Chellie Pingree (D-ME)
Supporting the designation of the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.
A Democratic resolution with 7 Republican cosponsors · See all 21 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports the designation of the "International Year of the Woman Farmer." It aims to recognize and honor the critical role that women play in the agriculture industry. The resolution acknowledges that women serve as leaders on and off the farm, making up 36 percent of agricultural producers in the United States. It further notes that women contribute to various sectors including research, manufacturing, and agribusiness. Finally, it encourages citizens to celebrate these women and empower them to pursue agricultural careers and leadership opportunities.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Would women be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly seeks to honor, recognize, and empower women in the agricultural industry.
- Scored +3
Would farmers be better off under this?
The bill celebrates the critical role and contributions of people working in the farming profession.
- Scored +3
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?
The bill recognizes the leadership of women in agriculture and encourages their empowerment in the field.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Contributions: The resolution supports the designation of the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture. (Resolution Section 1 and 2)
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Career and Leadership Empowerment: The resolution encourages the empowerment of women to pursue careers in the high-demand field of agriculture and to cultivate leadership opportunities. (Resolution Section 3, B, i and ii)
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Food System Impact: By encouraging women to pursue these paths, the resolution aims to celebrate their positive impact on the food systems and the effort to help feed a growing and hungry world. (Resolution Section 3, B, iii)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly seeks to honor, recognize, and empower women in the agricultural industry. Would farmers be better off under this? — The bill celebrates the critical role and contributions of people working in the farming profession. Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill supports the growth of the agricultural workforce through women's leadership and careers. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — By encouraging women to pursue agricultural careers, the bill supports the vitality of rural food systems.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill recognizes the leadership of women in agriculture and encourages their empowerment in the field. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution aims to support women in agriculture who contribute to feeding a growing and hungry world.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution encourages women to pursue careers in the high-demand field of agriculture.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill promotes female participation in the agricultural workforce which is central to rural economies.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution highlights women's contributions to agricultural research and development.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The resolution supports an international designation aimed at global food security through women farmers.
- 2/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/30/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 19 Cosponsors added.
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