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WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) applauded USDA Sec. Sonny Perdue following the announcement of a $19 billion program to assist farmers and ranchers in the United States. 

"COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of our American way of life, but the farmers and ranchers in Kansas have continued serving our country by providing quality, safe food for our tables," said Rep. Estes. "The announcement of the new Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) is welcome news to the hardworking ag producers in our state. With $16 billion going directly to ag producers who experienced losses and another $3 billion to purchase food for food banks and non-profits, our federal government is committed to keeping the food supply chain running. This program not only benefits farmers and ranchers, but consumers all across the world." 
 
The USDA will release more details at a later date. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program will utilize funding that was authorized by Congress in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, as well as other sources. Congressman Estes voted for both of those coronavirus relief bills. 

Ron Estes is a 5th generation Kansan and represents Kansas’ 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He serves on the House Committee on Ways and Means.