Supporting the designation of October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as "World Food Day".
H. Res. 817 is a non-binding House Resolution that expresses support for designating October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as World Food Day. It situates World Food Day within a broader call to address global hunger and malnutrition, cites international hunger statistics, and notes the United States’ ongoing leadership in food security and humanitarian aid. The resolution urges observation of the day through appropriate ceremonies and activities and reaffirms the United States’ commitment to combating global food insecurity through humanitarian support and innovative approaches. It does not authorize new funding or create binding policy obligations; its effect is primarily symbolic and ceremonial, intended to raise awareness and encourage action.
Key Points
- 1Designation: The resolution supports officially designating October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as World Food Day in the United States.
- 2Observance Encouragement: It calls on the American people to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and notes that private organizations are planning observances.
- 3Global Hunger Context: The bill emphasizes severe and growing global hunger and malnutrition, providing statistics and descriptions of the affected populations and drivers (conflict, climate, resource scarcity, etc.).
- 4U.S. Role and Commitment: It underscores the United States’ leadership in international food standards, humanitarian aid, and efforts to improve global food security and nutrition. It also highlights the importance of innovation, diversified food systems, and private-public collaboration.
- 5Non-Binding, Symbolic Nature: The resolution is a ceremonial measure that does not allocate funding or create new laws or policies; it seeks recognition and awareness rather than new government programs.