A resolution recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry and to healthy diets.
Recognition of National Mushroom Day and Pennsylvania Mushroom Farmers
This resolution is currently in the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry for review. It was recently introduced and is waiting for the committee to decide on its next steps. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
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Bipartisan ceremonial resolutions like this almost always pass without any opposition because they do not cost money or change laws.
Key Points
- This resolution officially recognizes June 1 as National Mushroom Day. It highlights how important mushrooms are to the American diet and the economy.
- The measure honors Chester and Berks Counties in Pennsylvania. These two counties produce more than 60 percent of all mushrooms grown in the United States.
- The mushroom industry in this region supports nearly 10,000 jobs. It brings in about $2.7 billion to the local economy through family farms and large businesses.
- It also points out that mushrooms are a healthy food choice. They are low in calories and sodium while being fat-free and cholesterol-free.
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Milestones
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2452)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2452)
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry and to healthy diets.
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