Articles tagged under: Policy Solutions

Iran Conflict Reshapes Trade Dynamics

Published April 15, 2026

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the ongoing conflict in Iran and control over oil flows are reshaping global trade dynamics. “I think if you just observe the situation, regardless of what your political beliefs are, to think that the…
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Government Shutdown Continues

Published October 14, 2025

The government shutdown in Washington shows little hope for a resolution. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says lawmakers are waiting for key events before taking further action. “Democrats are waiting to take any steps until after the No Kings protest…
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Farmers Left Waiting as Farm Bill Lags

Published September 18, 2025

Farmers may face frustration as Congress signals it has already done enough on the farm bill, according to Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt. "While technically it's not done, they feel like they've already gotten the real hardcore negotiations passed in…
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Truitt: Improvements Made in the Senate

Published July 2, 2025

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says Senate leadership made key concessions to secure the votes. “They had to buy (Alaska Senator Lisa) Murkowski off basically to get to 50,” Truitt explained. Despite the close margin, Truitt believes the Senate improved…
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Truitt: U.S.-China Talks Ongoing

Published May 1, 2025

Despite denials from the Chinese government, Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt believes that behind-the-scenes negotiations over trade are underway. “I'm certain there are conversations that are taking place, whether the Chinese consider them official or not,” said Truitt. “When I…
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Farm Bill May be Punted To ’25

Published November 6, 2024

Congress has a big 'to-do' list during the lame-duck session. What does that mean for agriculture? “Honestly, I think the real question for people in agriculture is not whether or not we'll do a farm bill in lame duck, but…
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Farm Bill Extension is Likely

Published August 23, 2024

Another farm bill extension seems to become more plausible as time progresses. “We’re at the point in the process where we’re going to be forced to probably extend all the appropriations,” said Jay Truitt, president, Policy Solutions. Truitt expects the…
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