Bill · H.Res. 1553· House(119-HRES-1553)
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 21, 2026, as the "Ray Gaesser Memorial Farm Safety Week" to recognize the life and legacy of Ray Gaesser, who passed away in a tragic farming accident, and promote farm safety in the honor of Ray Gaesser.
- Introduced
- 9/16/2026
- Last activity
- 9/16/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- Sponsored by
- Zachary Nunn
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating the week of September 21, 2026, as the Ray Gaesser Memorial Farm Safety Week. It honors the life and legacy of Ray Gaesser, who died in a farming accident. The text highlights his leadership roles, including serving as president of the Iowa Soybean Association and the American Soybean Association. It also points out the dangerous nature of the agricultural industry using data from the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Finally, the resolution aims to promote farm safety, education, and accident prevention in his honor.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would farmers be better off under this?+5
The resolution promotes life-saving education and awareness to prevent the high number of annual injuries and deaths faced by agricultural workers.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+4
The emphasis on farm safety education directly addresses the physical dangers inherent in the agricultural industry prevalent in rural areas.
Would children be better off under this?+3
The resolution notes that over 100 individuals under the age of 20 die in farm-related accidents annually and aims to promote life-saving education to prevent such tragedies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Promotion of Farm Safety Education: Under Resolved (2)(C), the House of Representatives recognizes the critical need for promoting life-saving education and awareness relating to the prevention of farm-related accidents. This could positively benefit agricultural workers by bringing attention to accident prevention and potentially saving lives.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Farmers+5Good For Rural Residents+4Good For Children+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Business Owners+2
- 9/16/2026
- Submitted in House
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5961)
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Randy FeenstraRepublican · Iowa
Ashley HinsonRepublican · Iowa
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa