“I want to congratulate Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small on her confirmation as United States Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. When we worked together as members of the House Agriculture Committee, I was always impressed by her passion for the issues and unwavering advocacy for the farmers, ranchers, and foresters in New Mexico and across the country. This is a well-deserved achievement that reflects her fierce dedication to and hard work on behalf of America’s agriculture sector. I am confident that she will continue working with that same passion and commitment in her new role, and I look forward to continuing our work together as the House Agriculture Committee crafts a farm bill that ensures America’s farmers, ranchers, and foresters have the support they need to succeed.”