CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Alex Padilla (D-CA)

A resolution designating the week of August 3 through August 9, 2025, as "National Farmers Market Week".

S.Res. 349 · Senate resolution Agriculture and Food

A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 20 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4954; text: CR S4910)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates the week of August 3 through August 9, 2025, as ``National Farmers Market Week''. The resolution recognizes the important role farmers markets play in supporting livelihoods for millions of people, including farmers, food producers, and consumers. It highlights how these markets bolster local economies and support food access. Additionally, the measure notes that markets serve as educational sites and bridges between urban and rural communities.

Yes· 3 of 10

  • Scored +3

    Would farmers be better off under this?

    The resolution explicitly recognizes the role of farmers markets in supporting the livelihoods of farmers and food producers.

  • Scored +2

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The resolution notes that farmers markets help improve the health and wellness of people receiving federal nutrition benefits.

  • Scored +2

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The designation highlights the role of farmers markets in bolstering local economies.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.