IV 108th CONGRESS 2d Session H. CON. RES. 494 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2004 Mr. Reynolds submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture CONCURRENT RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and purposes of National Farm Safety and Health Week and applauding the men and women who provide a stable supply of food and fiber for the United States and the world.

Whereas nearly half of the land in the United States is used for agricultural production; Whereas many farmers and ranchers operate and maintain heavy-duty equipment and machinery and work with large and unpredictable livestock, which makes farming and ranching among the most dangerous occupations in the United States; Whereas farmers and ranchers are at risk of serious work-related accidents, and many farmers and ranchers suffer disabling injuries each year; Whereas the children of farmers and ranchers are at special risk from farm-related accidents; Whereas the President has proclaimed, by Executive Order, September 19 through September 25, 2004, as National Farm Safety and Health Week; and Whereas National Farm Safety and Health Week provides an opportunity for increased awareness and educational programs targeted towards the protection and productivity of farmers and ranchers: Now, therefore, be it

That Congress— (1)supports the goals and purposes of National Farm Safety and Health Week; and (2)applauds the men and women who provide a stable supply of food and fiber for the United States and the world.