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Senators Push Bill to Fight Spotted Lanternfly | Washington DC News
Pennsylvania’s Senators Fetterman and McCormick are teaming up on a bold new bill to fight the spotted lanternfly — an invasive pest threatening crops and costing the state up to $324 million annually. The Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act would prioritize federal funding for science-driven solutions, helping farmers combat this growing crisis without launching a full-scale eradication program. With bipartisan support and a 2028 deadline, this legislation aims to protect agriculture’s future before it’s too late. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance…
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