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August 2024 Designated National Catfish Month Supporting US Farmers and Jobs.

The Senate designated August 2024 as "National Catfish Month" to recognize and promote the US farm-raised catfish industry. This resolution highlights that choosing domestic catfish supports nearly 10,000 jobs and contributes significantly to the national economy. Citizens are encouraged to consume US-raised catfish, recognized for its high quality, safety, and sustainability.
Key points
Support for US Jobs: Purchasing domestic catfish helps sustain approximately 10,000 jobs and supports a $1.9 billion economic output.
Focus on Quality and Safety: The resolution emphasizes that US farm-raised catfish meets rigorous safety standards, making it a reliable and nutritious food choice.
Environmental Benefit: Recognition is given to watermen for harvesting overpopulated blue catfish in the Chesapeake Bay, aiding environmental protection.
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Status: Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_802
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating August 2024 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_802.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for US Jobs: Purchasing domestic catfish helps sustain approximately 10,000 jobs and supports a $1.9 billion economic output.
  • Focus on Quality and Safety: The resolution emphasizes that US farm-raised catfish meets rigorous safety standards, making it a reliable and nutritious food choice.
  • Environmental Benefit: Recognition is given to watermen for harvesting overpopulated blue catfish in the Chesapeake Bay, aiding environmental protection.
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 S5836; text: CR S5790)

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Agriculture Economy Environment