A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Sponsor
Todd Young
Republican · IN
Latest Action · Feb 26, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S712)
Bill Progress
Senate Backs National FFA Week, Honors Alaska
Why it matters
The bill spotlights youth leadership in agriculture as food security and rural careers stay in the political spotlight.
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What This Bill Does
Official Designation of FFA Week
Supports making February 21-28, 2026, 'National FFA Week'.
Recognition of FFA’s Role
Commends FFA for developing leadership and preparing young people for ag and related careers.
Highlight Alaska’s FFA Milestone
Celebrates 50 years since the Alaska FFA Association was founded.
Support for Youth Leadership
Affirms the Senate’s backing for hands-on leadership and skill-building programs.
Celebration of Diversity in Agriculture
Acknowledges FFA's influence across urban and rural communities nationwide.
Promotion of Ag Education
Encourages schools and communities to recognize the value of agricultural education.
Who Benefits
FFA students and alumni
Gain national recognition and momentum for youth leadership in agriculture.
Rural and farm communities
See renewed attention on education and jobs that keep communities thriving.
Educators and ag teachers
Receive affirmation and potential visibility for their ag programs.
State FFA Organizations, like Alaska’s
Milestones are celebrated, building morale and visibility for local chapters.
Who's Affected
Current and future FFA members
Opportunity for greater support and attention to their projects and advocacy.
Schools with ag programs
Chance to highlight their achievements and potentially attract more students.
Local communities
May benefit from FFA-driven service events and engagement.
Policy makers
Provided a bipartisan platform to discuss rural, youth, and food system issues.
Cosponsors (53)
Christopher Coons
Democrat · DE
Dan Sullivan
Republican · AK
Michael Bennet
Democrat · CO
James Risch
Republican · ID
Cory Booker
Democrat · NJ
Tom Cotton
Republican · AR
Lisa Blunt Rochester
Democrat · DE
Steve Daines
Republican · MT
Richard Blumenthal
Democrat · CT
Cynthia Lummis
Republican · WY
Catherine Cortez Masto
Democrat · NV
Cindy Hyde-Smith
Republican · MS
Recent Actions
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S712)
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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