A resolution designating October 2021 as "National Co-op Month" and commending the cooperative business model and the member-owners, businesses, employees, farmers, ranchers, and practitioners who use the cooperative business model to positively impact the economy and society.

Bill 117 sres 408, also known as the "National Co-op Month" resolution, aims to designate October 2021 as a month to celebrate and recognize the cooperative business model. This resolution highlights the importance of cooperatives in positively impacting the economy and society.

Cooperatives are businesses that are owned and operated by their members, who are typically customers, employees, or producers. These member-owners work together to achieve common goals and share in the profits and benefits of the business.

The resolution commends the member-owners, businesses, employees, farmers, ranchers, and practitioners who utilize the cooperative business model to make a positive impact on their communities. Cooperatives play a vital role in various industries, including agriculture, finance, housing, and healthcare, among others. By recognizing October as "National Co-op Month," this resolution aims to raise awareness about the cooperative business model and its contributions to the economy and society. It encourages individuals and organizations to support and promote cooperatives as a sustainable and inclusive business model.