A resolution designating the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week".
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5633; text: CR S5591)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 782 designates the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week." The resolution was submitted in the Senate and agreed to without amendment by unanimous consent. It is a symbolic measure recognizing the importance of farmers markets in the agriculture and food sector. The resolution does not include legislative text or provisions that create binding obligations or allocate funding.
S.Res. 782 is a non-binding resolution that officially recognizes a week in August 2024 as National Farmers Market Week, aiming to highlight the role of farmers markets in the agricultural economy.
- Designates August 4-10, 2024, as National Farmers Market Week.
- Passed in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments.
- Classified under the Agriculture and Food policy area.
- The resolution is symbolic and does not include enforceable provisions or funding.
['Farmers and vendors participating in farmers markets', 'Consumers who shop at farmers markets', 'Local agricultural communities', 'Organizations promoting local food systems and agriculture']
['No direct implementation or funding mechanisms are included, limiting practical impact.', 'As a symbolic resolution, it does not establish oversight or enforcement provisions.', 'The resolution’s effect depends on voluntary recognition and promotion by stakeholders.']
The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress. It reflects a common practice of Congress to designate weeks to raise awareness about specific sectors or issues. The resolution was agreed to without opposition, indicating broad bipartisan support or non-controversial status. The bill status is recorded as Failed / Expired, indicating it did not become permanent law or was not enacted beyond the Senate resolution.
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['May increase public awareness and support for farmers markets and local agriculture during the designated week.', 'Could encourage local governments and organizations to hold events or promotions related to farmers markets.', 'Potentially supports economic activity for farmers market vendors through increased visibility.']
As a non-binding Senate resolution without legislative text or funding, this bill primarily serves a symbolic purpose. Transparency considerations focus on the clarity of its non-legislative nature and the absence of implementation or oversight provisions. The bill’s status as Failed / Expired indicates it did not advance beyond Senate agreement, which is typical for such resolutions.
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