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A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.

USA119th CongressSRES-241| Senate 
| Updated: 5/21/2025
Pete Ricketts

Pete Ricketts

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (3)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)John Cornyn (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution seeks to officially designate May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to acknowledge the vital role of cattle in the United States. It highlights the substantial economic impact of cattle production, which accounts for the largest share of cash receipts for agricultural commodities, totaling $88.4 billion. The resolution further recognizes the United States as both the world's largest producer and consumer of beef, particularly high-value, grain-fed beef. It emphasizes beef's nutritional benefits, noting that a 3-ounce serving provides 25 grams of high-quality protein. Additionally, beef contains essential nutrients such as iron, choline, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorous, zinc, niacin, riboflavin, and selenium, which support various bodily functions including immune health, brain function, and energy production.
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Timeline
May 21, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 21, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S3064)
  • May 21, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 21, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S3064)

Agriculture and Food

A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.

USA119th CongressSRES-241| Senate 
| Updated: 5/21/2025
This Senate resolution seeks to officially designate May 2025 as "National Beef Month" to acknowledge the vital role of cattle in the United States. It highlights the substantial economic impact of cattle production, which accounts for the largest share of cash receipts for agricultural commodities, totaling $88.4 billion. The resolution further recognizes the United States as both the world's largest producer and consumer of beef, particularly high-value, grain-fed beef. It emphasizes beef's nutritional benefits, noting that a 3-ounce serving provides 25 grams of high-quality protein. Additionally, beef contains essential nutrients such as iron, choline, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorous, zinc, niacin, riboflavin, and selenium, which support various bodily functions including immune health, brain function, and energy production.
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Timeline
May 21, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 21, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S3064)
  • May 21, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 21, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S3064)
Pete Ricketts

Pete Ricketts

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (3)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)John Cornyn (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

Agriculture and Food

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted