Yuba-Sutter Times

Yesterday, Representative Doug LaMalfa was elected as Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus for the 119th Congress. This election is seen as a significant step in bringing rural America's concerns to the forefront and promoting policies aligned with their lifestyle. Leaders from various sectors, including agriculture, forest management, energy, and conservation, have expressed their support for LaMalfa's leadership.

Shannon Douglass, President of the California Farm Bureau, stated: “The California Farm Bureau congratulates Rep. Doug LaMalfa on his election as Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus. As a fourth-generation rice farmer, Rep. LaMalfa has spent more than a decade proudly representing an agriculturally diverse district and advocating for farmers and ranchers through his work on the House Agriculture and Natural Resources committees.”

Kaitlynn Glover from the Public Lands Council remarked: "We are thrilled to congratulate Chairman-elect LaMalfa as he continues his long history of fighting for the western way of life."

Scott Dane from the American Loggers Council commented: “Congressman LaMalfa represents the epicenter of poor National Forest management and the people that have experienced the catastrophic consequences of wildfires.”

Rich Nolan of the National Mining Association noted: “Congratulations to the Congressional Western Caucus’s new Chairman, Doug LaMalfa... We also thank outgoing-Chairman Dan Newhouse for his strong engagement and commitment to the American Miners.”

Paul Petersen from United Aerial Firefighters Association said: “UAFA congratulates Rep. LaMalfa on being elected as Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus.”

Mike McShane at Ducks Unlimited added: “Rep. LaMalfa has a long track record of working with DU to promote voluntary, incentive-based conservation practices on working agricultural lands.”

Doug LaMalfa is a lifelong farmer representing California’s First Congressional District.