Search Results: keywords:"agriculture workforce"

  • S. RES. 604 — Designating March 21, 2024, as National Women in Agriculture Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:485

    The resolution, S. RES. 604, designates March 21, 2024, as "National Women in Agriculture Day." It acknowledges the vital contributions of the over 1.2 million female agricultural producers in the United States, who play key roles not only in farming but also in education, industry...

    Simple Explanation

    On March 21, 2024, people will celebrate "National Women in Agriculture Day" to say thank you to the women who work hard to grow food and help in farms, schools, and businesses related to farming. It’s a special day to remember how important women are in making sure everyone has enough to eat and to inspire young people to get involved in agriculture.

  • S. 4281 — To establish a student loan forgiveness plan for certain borrowers who are employed at a qualified farm or ranch.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,273

    The bill S. 4281, known as the “Student Loan Forgiveness for Farmers and Ranchers Act,” aims to establish a loan forgiveness program for borrowers working on qualified farms or ranches. It specifies that eligible individuals are those who are either beginning farmers,...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to help people who work on farms or ranches by forgiving some of their student loan debt if they make regular payments and meet certain conditions. It's like saying, "If you help us grow food, we’ll help you pay back your school money."