A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week". | ChamberLight
Bills · SRES 434
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 434Commemorative events and holidaysAdult education and literacy
A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week".
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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Voters should care about this bill because it signifies official recognition from a branch of the U.S. government for a long-standing youth development program that impacts millions of young Americans. By designating a week, the Senate helps to raise public awareness about the values 4-H promotes, such as leadership, civic engagement, agriculture, and science, and the positive contributions its members make to communities nationwide.
If this resolution becomes law, it provides a national platform to celebrate and draw attention to the positive influence of 4-H, potentially encouraging more youth to participate and more adults to volunteer. If it doesn't pass, 4-H would continue its operations as usual, but it would miss out on this specific symbolic gesture of national appreciation and the increased public visibility that comes with such a designation.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
The Senate formally supports designating October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week."
This provides official, symbolic recognition from the U.S. Senate for the 4-H organization and its contributions.
PROVISION 02
The Senate recognizes the important role of 4-H as a youth development program of the Cooperative Extension System and the Department of Agriculture.
This acknowledges the institutional backing and mission of 4-H within a broader governmental and educational framework.
PROVISION 03
The Senate encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for its significant impact in empowering youth with leadership skills.
This serves as a public call to action for citizens to appreciate and potentially support the work of 4-H.
PROVISION 04
The Senate celebrates the work of 4-H in developing engaged, healthy, and productive citizens who are prepared for the future.
This highlights the positive outcomes and societal benefits that 4-H aims to achieve through its programs.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
OCT 6
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6959; text: CR S6958)
Voters should care about this bill because it signifies official recognition from a branch of the U.S. government for a long-standing youth development program that impacts millions of young Americans. By designating a week, the Senate helps to raise public awareness about the values 4-H promotes, such as leadership, civic engagement, agriculture, and science, and the positive contributions its members make to communities nationwide.
If this resolution becomes law, it provides a national platform to celebrate and draw attention to the positive influence of 4-H, potentially encouraging more youth to participate and more adults to volunteer. If it doesn't pass, 4-H would continue its operations as usual, but it would miss out on this specific symbolic gesture of national appreciation and the increased public visibility that comes with such a designation.
KEY PROVISIONS
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The Senate formally supports designating October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week."
This provides official, symbolic recognition from the U.S. Senate for the 4-H organization and its contributions.
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The Senate recognizes the important role of 4-H as a youth development program of the Cooperative Extension System and the Department of Agriculture.
This acknowledges the institutional backing and mission of 4-H within a broader governmental and educational framework.
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The Senate encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for its significant impact in empowering youth with leadership skills.
This serves as a public call to action for citizens to appreciate and potentially support the work of 4-H.
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The Senate celebrates the work of 4-H in developing engaged, healthy, and productive citizens who are prepared for the future.
This highlights the positive outcomes and societal benefits that 4-H aims to achieve through its programs.
GLOSSARY
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Resolution
A formal expression of the opinion or will of a legislative body, like the Senate, but typically without the force of a law that must be signed by the President.
4-H
A national youth development organization that provides hands-on learning experiences for young people, focusing on areas like health, science, agriculture, and civic engagement.
Cooperative Extension System
A nationwide network of educators at land-grant universities who deliver research-based information and educational programs to communities, including youth development programs like 4-H.
Land-grant colleges and universities
Public universities established with federal land grants to focus on practical education in agriculture, mechanical arts, and military science, alongside other academic fields.
National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)
An agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture that provides funding and strategic leadership for agricultural research, education, and extension programs, including partnerships with 4-H.
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTS
OCT 6, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
OCT 6, 25
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
OCT 6, 25
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6959; text: CR S6958)