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US SR653
Resolution
AI Summary
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Designates March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day" to coincide with National Ag Week (March 15-21, 2026) and National Women's History Month
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Recognizes more than 1,200,000 female agricultural producers in the United States, representing over one-third of all U.S. agricultural producers
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Notes that farms operated by women sold $222 billion in agricultural products in 2022, accounting for 41% of total U.S. agriculture sales that year
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Acknowledges women's contributions across the agricultural sector including research and development, manufacturing, sales, education, agribusiness, and advocacy
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Encourages citizens to recognize women in agriculture and support efforts to empower women to enter the agricultural field and pursue leadership opportunities
Legislative Description
A resolution designating March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".
Last Action
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1357; text: CR S1382)
3/19/2026