Supporting the designation of March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day"

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 19Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Summary

**What it does:** This House resolution proposes to officially recognize March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day" - a day to honor and celebrate women's contributions to farming, ranching, and agricultural industries. **Who it affects:** - Women working in agriculture, farming, ranching, and related fields - Agricultural organizations and communities - The general public through increased awareness **What would change:** If passed, this resolution would create an official national day of recognition. However, as a House resolution, it doesn't create new laws or require specific actions. Instead, it would: - Formally acknowledge women's role in agriculture - Potentially encourage educational events, media coverage, and public awareness activities - Give agricultural organizations a platform to highlight women's contributions The resolution is currently being reviewed in committee. These types of commemorative resolutions typically have broad bipartisan support but carry no legal requirements or funding.

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