Designating October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as World Food Day.
Summary
Senate Resolution 509 designates October 16, 2025, and October 16, 2026, as "World Food Day." The resolution highlights the global issues of hunger and malnutrition, referencing alarming statistics and the disproportionate impact on women and children. It also emphasizes the role of the United States in addressing these challenges through humanitarian aid, agricultural innovation, and international cooperation.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to raise awareness and encourage action to combat global food insecurity. By designating specific days for this purpose, it seeks to mobilize public and private organizations to address hunger and malnutrition. It also reaffirms the US commitment to supporting resilient agriculture and improving long-term food security.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of global hunger and malnutrition issues.
- Potential mobilization of resources and efforts to combat food insecurity.
- Reinforcement of the United States' commitment to humanitarian aid and agricultural innovation.
- Encouragement of public and private partnerships to improve food production and distribution.
- Promotion of study, advocacy, and action among the people of the United States to address global hunger.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate specific funding or resources, relying on voluntary action.
- Designation may not translate into concrete improvements in food security without further action.
- Potential for the day to become symbolic without significant impact on addressing the root causes of hunger.
- The resolution does not address domestic food insecurity issues directly.
- Effectiveness depends on the level of engagement and participation from various stakeholders.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of promoting the general welfare (Preamble). While the Constitution does not explicitly address food security, Congress's power to appropriate funds for humanitarian aid and international cooperation is generally accepted. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).