Congressman Jim McGovern criticizes the Republican farm bill, claiming it undermines public health and supports corporate interests.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman McGovern criticizes farm bill: During a recent markup session, Congressman Jim McGovern (D-MA) condemned the House Republicans’ farm bill as a "betrayal" of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. He stated that the bill favors large agricultural corporations over small farmers, exacerbating issues surrounding health and nutrition.
Main points of contention: McGovern emphasized concerns over the inclusion of harmful chemicals like PFAS and glyphosate, claiming the bill enables further corporate immunity for chemical companies. He criticized the cuts to nutrition assistance, arguing it worsens food insecurity for millions of Americans.
Call to action: McGovern urged opposition to the bill, asserting it supports the status quo that undermines both public health and local agriculture. He called for an end to nutrient assistance cuts and regulation loopholes, framing the debate as one of corporate power against the needs of families across the country.
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James P. McGovern Fundraising
James P. McGovern recently disclosed $100.8K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 21st, 2026. This was the 771st most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 68.4% came from individual donors.
McGovern disclosed $146.2K of spending. This was the 515th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
McGovern disclosed $313.9K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 732nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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James P. McGovern Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that James P. McGovern is worth $3.6M, as of March 4th, 2026. This is the 199th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
McGovern has approximately $5.4K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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James P. McGovern Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by James P. McGovern:
- H.R.7546: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7521: United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026
- H.R.7007: Governing for the People Act
- H.R.6878: El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025
- H.R.6877: Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act
- H.R.6465: HALT Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by James P. McGovern on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for McGovern.
2026 Massachusetts's 2nd Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $1,032,831 of spending in Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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