Expressing support for the recognition of September 29, 2025, as "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste".
Food Waste: Awareness Day Recognition
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Agriculture for review. It is not yet scheduled for a vote and is considered to be moving slowly as it waits for committee action. There is no companion bill listed at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a symbolic resolution that does not change any laws. While it has support from both parties, these types of measures often do not get a final vote.
Key Points
- This resolution supports naming September 29, 2025, as a special day to talk about food waste. It points out that about 40 percent of all food grown in the world is wasted, which costs more than 1 trillion dollars every year.
- The plan explains that food waste is a major cause of climate change. When food sits in landfills, it releases a powerful gas called methane. Cutting food waste in half could significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions and help protect the environment.
- The resolution also notes that better food distribution could help feed the 783 million people who go hungry each year. It encourages the government, businesses, and families to work together to reach the goal of cutting food waste in half by the year 2030.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Submitted in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Expressing support for the recognition of September 29, 2025, as "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste".
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