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Designating August as National Catfish Month: Supporting US Agriculture

The Senate designated August 2023 as “National Catfish Month” to promote the consumption of US farm-raised catfish, the largest aquaculture product by weight. This resolution highlights that purchasing domestic catfish supports over 9,000 jobs and contributes nearly $2 billion annually to the US economy. It encourages citizens to choose this sustainable and healthy source of protein.
Key points
Economic Support: Buying US farm-raised catfish directly supports the domestic fishing industry and thousands of jobs across several states.
Food Promotion: Catfish is recognized as a lean, sustainable, and year-round source of high-quality protein for consumers.
Worker Recognition: The resolution formally honors all past and present workers involved in catfish production and processing.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_331
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2023-09-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating August 2023 as "National Catfish Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_331.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Economic Support: Buying US farm-raised catfish directly supports the domestic fishing industry and thousands of jobs across several states.
  • Food Promotion: Catfish is recognized as a lean, sustainable, and year-round source of high-quality protein for consumers.
  • Worker Recognition: The resolution formally honors all past and present workers involved in catfish production and processing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4233; text: CR S4232)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Agriculture Economy