S.Res. 592 · Where this bill is now
Adopted
Senate: Adopted Jan 29, 2026, by unanimous consent
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonors women farmers in 2026
This resolution supports naming 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. It recognizes the important work women do in agriculture and encourages Americans to celebrate their contributions to food systems and farming. The resolution also aims to inspire and support women to pursue careers in agriculture and develop leadership roles in the field.
How it affects you
This is a symbolic resolution rather than a law that changes day-to-day life. It doesn't create new programs or funding, but rather encourages recognition and celebration of women in farming. If you work in agriculture or care about farming's future, it affirms the importance of women's roles in the field.
Read the official summary (Passed Senate, Jan 29, 2026)
This resolution supports the designation of 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture.
The resolution also encourages citizens to celebrate the impact these women have on the food systems and agricultural workforce of the United States by encouraging and empowering women to pursue careers in agriculture and cultivate leadership opportunities.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionS.Res. 592
RESOLUTION
A resolution supporting the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.
Sponsor: Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) · Introduced Jan 29, 2026 · Agriculture and Food · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jan 29, 2026: “Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381)”