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Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK), chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, says there is still a lot of work for lawyers to do, but it’s possible there could be a version of the Farm Bill the House and Senate could agree to sometime in January.

The measure would extend current law until January 31, but is opposed by Senate Democrats.

An Iowa congressman has added a provision to the House of Representatives' Farm Bill opposing the measure.

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At issue is the Dairy Market Stabilization Program, which is opposed by many dairy manufacturers.

A committee will meet publicly on Wednesday as required.

Manufacturers, restaurants and retail groups sent a letter to the Senate Agricultural Commitee.

A joint statement says the proposed legislation would have disastrous consequences.

Only about half of those who qualify get the aid.

Three groups urged the Senators to hold up House language removing market stabilization from the Farm Bill.