Expressing support for the recognition of September 29, 2025, as International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste.
Summary
This House Resolution expresses support for recognizing September 29, 2025, as "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste." It highlights the significant economic and environmental impacts of food waste, including its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and food insecurity. The resolution also acknowledges the United States' commitment to reducing food loss and waste by 50% by 2030.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would formally recognize September 29, 2025, as a day to raise awareness about food loss and waste. This could lead to increased public awareness and potentially encourage actions to reduce food waste at individual, business, and governmental levels. The resolution itself does not create any legally binding requirements.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of food waste issues.
- Potential for reduced food waste at household, retail, and food service levels.
- Support for the US commitment to reduce food loss and waste by 50% by 2030.
- Potential reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from food waste.
- Possible improvements in food security through better distribution.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct legal or financial impact.
- Success depends on voluntary actions by individuals, businesses, and government entities.
- Potential for the day to become symbolic without leading to concrete changes.
- No specific funding or resources are allocated to support the initiative.
- The resolution does not address the root causes of food waste, such as overproduction or inefficient supply chains.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to address issues related to food security and environmental sustainability. While the Constitution does not explicitly mention food waste, promoting the general welfare is a broad goal that can encompass such issues. 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).