SRES 241119th CongressIntroduced

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.

Introduced: May 21, 2025

Agriculture & Food

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This is a Senate resolution expressing support for designating May 2025 as “National Beef Month.” It is a symbolic, non-binding statement from the Senate intended to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States and to inform consumers about beef. The resolution cites economic and nutritional claims about beef and cattle production, including the large share of agricultural cash receipts, the United States’ status as a leading producer and consumer of beef, and beef’s nutritional value. It does not create new laws, programs, or funding, but it signals legislative support and may help raise public awareness about the beef industry.

Key Points

1Designates May 2025 as “National Beef Month” and expresses Senate support for the designation.
2Highlights the economic significance of cattle production, noting it is the largest share of agricultural cash receipts (about $88.4 billion) and that cattle production historically accounts for about 17% of the total $520 billion in agricultural cash receipts.
3States that the United States is the world’s largest producer and consumer of beef, accounting for 19% of global production and involving more than 92 million head of cattle (6% of global cattle production); the U.S. has the largest inventory of fed cattle in the world.
4Emphasizes the nutritional value of beef, including 25 grams of high-quality protein per 3-ounce serving and essential nutrients such as iron, choline, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorus, zinc, niacin, riboflavin, and selenium.
5Notes the resolution is introduced in the Senate (May 21, 2025) and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry; it is a ceremonial, non-binding expression rather than a policy or funding measure.

Impact Areas

Primary: Cattle producers and the beef industry, as well as consumers who may be affected by increased public awareness and marketing around beef.Secondary: Agriculture and nutrition sectors, including public messaging about beef’s role in diets and supply chains.Additional: No direct policy changes or funding; primarily a symbolic acknowledgment that could influence public discourse and industry visibility.

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