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“NEW PUBLIC LAWS” mentioning the U.S. Dept of Agriculture was published in the in the Daily Digest section section on page D1317 on Dec. 21, 2018.
The Department is primarily focused on food nutrition, with assistance programs making up 80 percent of its budget. Downsizing the Federal Government, a project aimed at lowering taxes and boosting federal efficiency, said the Department implements too many regulations and restrictions and impedes the economy.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
NEW PUBLIC LAWS
(For last listing of Public Laws, see Daily Digest, p. D1310)
H.R. 2, to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2023. Signed on December 20, 2018. (Public Law 115-334)
H.R. 1918, to oppose loans at international financial institutions for the Government of Nicaragua unless the Government of Nicaragua is taking effective steps to hold free, fair, and transparent elections. Signed on December 20, 2018. (Public Law 115-335)
H.R. 5759, to improve executive agency digital services. Signed on December 20, 2018. (Public Law 115-336)
S. 1050, to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the Chinese-American Veterans of World War II, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II. Signed on December 20, 2018.
(Public Law 115-337)
S. 2101, to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the crew of the USS Indianapolis, in recognition of their perseverance, bravery, and service to the United States. Signed on December 20, 2018.
(Public Law 115-338)
