This House Resolution expresses support for the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists." It highlights the critical economic, social, and ecological value of rangelands, which cover vast areas globally and in the United States, providing essential services like water resources, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration. The resolution also recognizes the vital role of ranchers, farmers, land managers, and pastoralists as caretakers of these landscapes for generations. The resolution emphasizes that pastoralists, including ranchers and herders, possess traditional knowledge and utilize science-based management to steward rangelands, contributing to domestic food security and ecosystem health. Their grazing practices are noted for decreasing wildfire risk and increasing biodiversity. The House encourages Federal agencies, universities, and other organizations to actively engage in educational, research, and outreach activities to further promote sustainable rangeland management.