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A resolution designating October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as "World Food Day".
3/13/2024, 11:57 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 397
Bill 118 S.Res. 397, also known as a resolution designating October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as "World Food Day," was introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize the importance of addressing global hunger and food insecurity.
The resolution highlights the fact that millions of people around the world suffer from hunger and malnutrition, and that access to nutritious food is a basic human right. By designating October 16th as "World Food Day," the resolution aims to raise awareness about the need to combat hunger and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
The resolution also calls on the US government to continue supporting international efforts to address food insecurity, improve food distribution systems, and promote sustainable agriculture practices. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between governments, non-profit organizations, and the private sector in order to achieve food security for all. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 397 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to bring attention to the issue of global hunger and food insecurity, and to encourage action to address these pressing challenges.
The resolution highlights the fact that millions of people around the world suffer from hunger and malnutrition, and that access to nutritious food is a basic human right. By designating October 16th as "World Food Day," the resolution aims to raise awareness about the need to combat hunger and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
The resolution also calls on the US government to continue supporting international efforts to address food insecurity, improve food distribution systems, and promote sustainable agriculture practices. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between governments, non-profit organizations, and the private sector in order to achieve food security for all. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 397 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to bring attention to the issue of global hunger and food insecurity, and to encourage action to address these pressing challenges.
Congressional Summary of SRES 397
This resolution designates October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as World Food Day and encourages the people of the United States to observe the days with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 397
Bill SRES 397 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since October 24, 2023. Bill SRES 397 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 4, 2023. Bill SRES 397's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5152; text: 10/4/2023 CR S4954) as of October 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 397
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 397
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Nutrition and diet
- World health
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 397
A resolution designating October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as "World Food Day".
A resolution designating October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as "World Food Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 397
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Supporting the designation of October 16, 2023, and October 16, 2024, as "World Food Day".
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