Us Congress House Bill HR716

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 9/21/23
• Refer: 9/21/23
• Refer: 1/11/24

Caption

Recognizing September 21, 2023, as National Teach Ag Day and celebrating 75 years of the National Association of Agricultural Educators.

Impact

The resolution reflects a commitment to support agricultural education and acknowledges the challenges related to teacher recruitment and retention within this field. With over 11,000 agricultural educators serving across the country, this recognition aims to address the pressing need for more educators as the current landscape faces a shortage of approximately 1,170 teaching positions for the 2022-2023 academic year. By emphasizing the significance of agricultural education, the bill seeks to inspire future generations to pursue careers in this vital sector.

Summary

HR716 recognizes September 21, 2023, as National Teach Ag Day and celebrates the 75th anniversary of the National Association of Agricultural Educators. It highlights the importance of agricultural education in shaping future agricultural leaders and encourages the development of personal growth and career success among students. This designation aims to bring awareness to agricultural education's role within the broader educational ecosystem in the United States.

Contention

While the bill itself is a resolution and does not introduce regulatory changes, it does aim to enhance the visibility and support for agricultural education on a national level. Potential points of contention may arise around resource allocation for agricultural education programs and how effectively they meet the needs of local communities and economies. Proponents may advocate for increased funding and initiatives to strengthen programs, while critics might raise concerns about the focus on agriculture amidst other pressing educational needs.