Senate Hearing on USDA Nominations: Chavonda J. Jacobs-Young and Margo Schlanger
January 1, 2023
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The Frame
This hearing is a formal step in the confirmation process for two high-level USDA officials who will oversee federal agricultural research funding and civil rights policy within the Department of Agriculture.
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Farmers and Ranchers
These individuals are impacted by the leadership of the USDA regarding agricultural research funding and departmental civil rights policies.
USDA Employees
Department staff will be managed by the confirmed nominees.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on November 17, 2021, to review the nominations of Chavonda J. Jacobs-Young and Margo Schlanger.
- Chavonda J. Jacobs-Young was nominated for the position of Under Secretary of Agriculture for Research, Education, and Economics.
- Margo Schlanger was nominated for the position of Assistant Secretary of Agriculture.
- The committee received letters of support from the National Coalition for Food and Agriculture Research, various civil rights organizations, and The Leadership Conference.
- Both nominees submitted financial disclosure reports and responses to written questions from committee members.
- The hearing included participation from 17 U.S. Senators.
- Chairwoman Stabenow noted that agricultural research investments historically return over $17 to the economy for every dollar spent.
Why It Matters
This hearing is a formal step in the confirmation process for two high-level USDA officials who will oversee federal agricultural research funding and civil rights policy within the Department of Agriculture.
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Emphasis on Research ROI
The committee chair highlighted a specific return-on-investment metric ($17 for every $1) to justify the importance of the research-focused nomination.
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