A resolution designating October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as "World Food Day".
World Food Day: Designating October 16 for 2025 and 2026
The Senate has officially passed this resolution to designate October 16 as World Food Day for 2025 and 2026. Because the Senate already agreed to the measure, no further action is needed in that chamber. The bill is now considered complete.
Legislative Progress
The Senate has already considered and agreed to this resolution, making it official for the chamber.
Key Points
- This resolution officially names October 16 in both 2025 and 2026 as World Food Day. It encourages Americans to participate in ceremonies and activities that highlight the struggle of people who do not have enough to eat.
- The action addresses a growing global hunger crisis. Recent data shows that about 2.3 billion people worldwide faced food insecurity in 2024, and the number of people facing extreme hunger has tripled since 2016.
- The resolution focuses on how hunger most seriously affects women and children. It also points out that while the United States has made progress at home, many groups still struggle to afford healthy food.
- By passing this, the Senate reaffirms that the United States will continue to lead in providing humanitarian aid and developing new farming technologies. This includes protecting natural resources like land and water to ensure a stable food supply for the future.
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Milestones
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8248; text: CR S8244-8245)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution designating October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as "World Food Day".
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