Economy bloc cuts 21 million from farm bill
The House economy bloc tentatively cut 21,250,264 from the farm supply bill for the next fiscal year, slicing 1,250,264 from administration costs and 20,000,000 from loan funds. Farm leaders led by Rep. Tarver forced adjournment over further cuts while Rep. Dirksen and Rep. Case advanced a reduced tenant loan fund. Debate touched on sugar act continuation and broader non-defense spending concerns.