Expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need.

8/30/2024, 8:05 AM

This resolution supports the designation of National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

Bill 118 HRES 1015, also known as the "National FFA Week" bill, aims to designate February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week" in order to recognize the significant role of the National FFA Organization in cultivating the future leaders of tomorrow. The bill highlights the importance of the FFA in developing globally conscious individuals who have the potential to make a positive impact on the world.

Additionally, the bill celebrates the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated over 17,000 iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need. These jackets are a symbol of pride and unity within the FFA community, and the program has helped to ensure that all members have access to this important piece of FFA tradition.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1015 seeks to honor the National FFA Organization and its efforts in shaping the next generation of leaders, while also recognizing the generosity of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program in supporting FFA members in need.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1015

Introduced on
2024-02-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/15/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

Bill 118 HRES 1015, also known as the "National FFA Week" bill, aims to designate February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week" in order to recognize the significant role of the National FFA Organization in cultivating the future leaders of tomorrow. The bill highlights the importance of the FFA in developing globally conscious individuals who have the potential to make a positive impact on the world.

Additionally, the bill celebrates the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated over 17,000 iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need. These jackets are a symbol of pride and unity within the FFA community, and the program has helped to ensure that all members have access to this important piece of FFA tradition.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1015 seeks to honor the National FFA Organization and its efforts in shaping the next generation of leaders, while also recognizing the generosity of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program in supporting FFA members in need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need.

Policy Areas
Agriculture and Food

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Latest Summary3/6/2024

This resolution supports the designation of National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change ...


Latest Action8/29/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.