Bill · H.Res. 1614· House(119-HRES-1614)
Expressing support for the designation of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as "National 4-H Week".
- Introduced
- 10/5/2026
- Last activity
- 10/5/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Glenn Thompson
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 3
- 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 expresses support for designating October 4 through October 10, 2026, as National 4-H Week. It highlights that 4-H is the largest youth development organization in the country, supporting nearly 6,000,000 young people. The text notes that the program helps youth become confident, independent, resilient, and compassionate leaders. It recognizes the delivery of 4-H through the Cooperative Extension System and land-grant colleges and universities. Finally, the resolution encourages citizens to recognize the organization and celebrates its work in developing healthy, productive citizens.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Youth Development: The text supports designating National 4-H Week for October 4 through October 10, 2026, which showcases the opportunities 4-H provides for young people in all 50 States.
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Encouraging Mentorship and Skills: The resolution encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for empowering youth with the skills needed to lead for a lifetime, supported by a network of nearly 500,000 volunteers and 3,500 professionals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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- 10/5/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
Sanford BishopDemocrat · Georgia
Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Andy HarrisRepublican · Maryland
Adrian SmithRepublican · Nebraska