Fighting for California Winegrape Growers in Washington, D.C.

At CAWG, protecting the interests of California winegrape growers on the federal level is a top priority. Led by CAWG President Natalie Collins from Sacramento and supported by our dedicated full-time federal lobbyist in Washington, D.C., we work tirelessly to influence policies that affect your business.

From labor and immigration reform to funding for research, pest and disease management, water rights, and trade issues, CAWG ensures that the voices of growers are heard where it matters most — shaping federal decisions that impact your vineyard’s future.

• Labor and immigration reform to support a stable, legal workforce
• Funding for wildfire smoke research and other viticulture-related studies
• Repeal of excise tax refunds through the duty drawback program
• Truth in labeling enforcement and reforms through the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
• Funding and support for mechanization and agricultural research
• Continuation of exemptions from FDA’s Produce Safety Rule and Water Rule for winegrapes
• Protection of water rights and sustainable water policy
• Fair and reciprocal international trade policies
• Crop insurance and risk management programs
• Environmental regulations that balance sustainability and grower needs