Bill · H.Res. 1476· House(119-HRES-1476)

Supporting the designation of the week of August 2 through August 8, 2026, as "National Farmers Market Week".

Age: 49 years

California

Introduced: 8/3/2026
Last activity: 8/3/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsored by: David Valadao
Cosponsors: - 2 - 9

Agriculture and Food

Introduced
In Committee

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

What this bill would do

This resolution supports designating the week of August 2 through August 8, 2026, as "National Farmers Market Week." It highlights the importance of farmers markets in local economies, noting they accounted for $1,700,000,000 in farmer income in 2020. The text notes that the number of markets has grown significantly since 1994. Furthermore, it describes how these markets serve as educational sites and bridges between urban and rural communities. Finally, the resolution recognizes their role in supporting food access, healthy communities, and sustainable farming.

Yes· 3 of 11

Would farmers be better off under this?+5
The resolution specifically recognizes the vital role of farmers markets in supporting farmers' livelihoods and incomes.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The resolution highlights how farmers markets improve health and wellness for those receiving federal nutrition benefits.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
The resolution supports the income and livelihoods of farmers and food producers.