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A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.

USA119th CongressSRES-711| Senate 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
Pete Ricketts

Pete Ricketts

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (5)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)James Lankford (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses the Senate's strong support for designating May 2026 as "National Beef Month" . The designation aims to formally recognize the vital role that cattle production plays within the United States economy and its importance to consumers nationwide. The resolution highlights that cattle production accounts for a substantial share of agricultural cash receipts, positioning the U.S. as a leading global producer and the largest consumer of high-value, grain-fed beef. It further emphasizes beef's nutritional benefits, noting it provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and various B vitamins that support overall health and bodily functions.

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Timeline
Apr 30, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Apr 30, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S2176)
Apr 30, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
May 13, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283)
May 13, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • April 30, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • April 30, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S2176)


  • April 30, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.


  • May 13, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283)


  • May 13, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.

USA119th CongressSRES-711| Senate 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
This resolution expresses the Senate's strong support for designating May 2026 as "National Beef Month" . The designation aims to formally recognize the vital role that cattle production plays within the United States economy and its importance to consumers nationwide. The resolution highlights that cattle production accounts for a substantial share of agricultural cash receipts, positioning the U.S. as a leading global producer and the largest consumer of high-value, grain-fed beef. It further emphasizes beef's nutritional benefits, noting it provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and various B vitamins that support overall health and bodily functions.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline
Apr 30, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Apr 30, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S2176)
Apr 30, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
May 13, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 13, 2026
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283)
May 13, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • April 30, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • April 30, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S2176)


  • April 30, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.


  • May 13, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 13, 2026
    Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283)


  • May 13, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Pete Ricketts

Pete Ricketts

Republican Senator

Nebraska

Cosponsors (5)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)James Lankford (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

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