Izaak Walton League of America

The nation's agriculture policy is not living up to its potential to help solve some of our most serious challenges — water pollution, declining public health and climate change. But a better Farm Bill in 2023 could make a huge improvements IF lawmakers and voters connect the dots and push for wider adoption of proven solutions.

To deliver the outcomes Americans deserve, the Farm Bill needs to prioritize soil health. Past failures to improve soil health have been the weak link in improving conservation on the agricultural landscape that covers nearly 900 million acres in the U.S.

The core principles of the Izaak Walton League’s Clean Water Program continue to guide our work to improve water quality locally and engage thousands of volunteers nationwide.

The Senate vote to overturn the EPA clean water rule issued in December is reckless. Overturning the rule would roll back protections for waterways that provide drinking water and habitat for fish and wildlife. We urge President Biden to veto the resolution.

The toxic spill demonstrates the interconnected nature of our waters. Pollutants discharged into small streams invariably flow to larger rivers, lakes and drinking water reservoirs. That’s why it is vital that small streams – even those that may not flow all year long – remain protected by the Clean Water Act. This reaffirms the League’s commitment to fight efforts in Congress and federal courts to undermine these protections.