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Expressing support for the designation of July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 638

Bill 118 HRES 638, also known as the "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month" resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate July 2023 as a month to celebrate and support American-grown flowers and foliage. The resolution expresses support for the contributions of American flower and foliage growers to the economy and the environment.

The resolution highlights the importance of the flower and foliage industry in the United States, noting that it provides jobs for thousands of Americans and contributes to the beauty of our landscapes. By designating July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the benefits of buying locally grown flowers and foliage.

The resolution also encourages individuals, businesses, and government agencies to support American flower and foliage growers by purchasing their products. By doing so, supporters of the resolution believe that they can help to strengthen the American flower and foliage industry and promote sustainability in the floral industry. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 638 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to celebrate and support American-grown flowers and foliage. It aims to raise awareness about the contributions of American flower and foliage growers to the economy and the environment, and encourages individuals to buy locally grown products.

Congressional Summary of HRES 638

This resolution supports the designation of American Grown Flower and Foliage Month and recognizes that purchasing flowers and foliage grown in the United States supports the farmers, small businesses, jobs, and economy of the United States.

Current Status of Bill HRES 638

Bill HRES 638 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2023. Bill HRES 638 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 1, 2023.  Bill HRES 638's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of August 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 638

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 638

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 638

Expressing support for the designation of July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".
Expressing support for the designation of July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".

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