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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. DARIN LaHOOD
of illinois
in the house of representatives
Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize Chuck Spencer on the occasion of his retirement following more than 40 years of distinguished service to Illinois agriculture through the Illinois Farm Bureau and the GROWMARK Cooperative System.
Associate Director of State Legislation, where he contributed to the successful passage of the Illinois Livestock Management Facilities Act. He later served as Director of National Legislation and Policy Development, where he led negotiations supporting passage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard.
agricultural cooperatives and farmer-owners. He worked with a team that successfully made Section 199A of the federal tax code permanent, protecting the ability of cooperatives to return patronage benefits to farmer-owners without facing an unfair tax increase.
Government Affairs Committee, including as its chairman. Additionally, he contributed to legislative committees for the American Seed Trade Association,
Fertilizer Institute, Fertilizer Canada, and the Ontario Agri Business Association.
have made a lasting impact on farmers, cooperatives, and rural communities throughout Illinois and across the country. I congratulate Chuck on his well-earned retirement and wish him and his family all the best in the years ahead.