Several key legislative leaders gathered at the Museum of Texas Tech on June 10 for the West Texas Rural Summit to discuss important issues affecting the agriculture industry. Panelists discussed federal Tax and Trade Policy, Transportation and Critical Infrastructure, and Agriculture Policy, as well as the recent State Legislative Session. Kicking off the event were State Senator Charles Perry (R-Lubbock) and Representative Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) who recapped important issues the Texas State Legislature faced during the 87th Session. Senator Perry noted this was one of the most productive sessions he has had. As chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Water and Rural ...