Deb Fischer (R-NE)
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.
A Republican resolution with 23 Democratic cosponsors · See all 43 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381)
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
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- 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 supports designating 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer." It aims to recognize and honor the critical role that women play in the agriculture industry. The Senate acknowledges that women serve as leaders on and off the farm and contribute to various sectors like research, manufacturing, and agribusiness. Additionally, the resolution encourages citizens to honor these contributions. Finally, it seeks to empower women to pursue careers in the essential field of agriculture.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Would women be better off under this?
The bill explicitly aims to recognize, honor, and empower women in the agricultural field.
- Scored +2
Would farmers be better off under this?
The resolution acknowledges the essential role and leadership of women in farming and ranching operations.
- Scored +2
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?
The bill seeks to empower women to pursue careers and leadership roles within the agricultural industry.
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 seeks to honor and recognize the work of women in agriculture (Section 2 and Section 3A). This provides formal acknowledgment of their role in the industry.
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Career encouragement: The resolution encourages empowering women to pursue careers in agriculture (Section 3B, i). This is framed as a way to enter a high-demand and essential field.
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Leadership and food security: The resolution encourages women to cultivate leadership opportunities and help feed a growing and hungry world (Section 3B, ii and iii).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text provided.
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 bill explicitly aims to recognize, honor, and empower women in the agricultural field. Would farmers be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the essential role and leadership of women in farming and ranching operations. Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the contribution of women across the agribusiness and manufacturing sectors. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The focus on agricultural leadership and career pursuit supports the strength of rural food systems.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution honors women's contributions across the agribusiness and manufacturing sectors. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill encourages women to pursue careers in the high-demand field of agriculture.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill seeks to empower women to pursue careers and leadership roles within the agricultural industry.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — By encouraging women to enter the agricultural workforce, the bill supports the vitality of rural agricultural sectors.
- 1/29/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381)
- 43 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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