[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 676 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  2d Session
S. RES. 676

Recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of 
  Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry and to 
                             healthy diets.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

               April 16 (legislative day, April 14), 2026

 Mr. Fetterman (for himself and Mr. McCormick) submitted the following 
    resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture, 
                        Nutrition, and Forestry

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of 
  Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry and to 
                             healthy diets.

Whereas June 1 is National Mushroom Day;
Whereas, since the cultivation of mushrooms began in France in 1651, the 
        cultivation of mushrooms has been developed and advanced through the 
        hard work of mushroom growers;
Whereas, in 1885, a successful florist in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, 
        conceived the idea of growing mushrooms beneath his greenhouse benches, 
        leading to the first dedicated mushroom growing operation in the area;
Whereas over 60 percent of United States mushrooms are now grown in Chester and 
        Berks Counties, Pennsylvania;
Whereas the mushroom farms in Chester County include both large and small farms, 
        including multigeneration family farms, demonstrating the region's 
        support for small businesses and local producers;
Whereas the local mushroom growers meet and collaborate, leading to the 
        innovation that distinguishes the region and its mushroom industry;
Whereas the mushroom growers and the farmworker community contribute 
        substantially to the local economy, employing nearly 10,000 workers and 
        bringing an estimated $2,700,000,000 into Chester County;
Whereas the year-round production of mushrooms and the associated industries 
        support continuous employment, stable farm operations, and sustained 
        economic activity by providing reliable jobs and supporting agricultural 
        supply chains;
Whereas mushroom production represents one of agriculture's most successful 
        examples of a circular economy, utilizing agricultural byproducts that 
        reduce inputs and environmental impacts and using innovative practices 
        that protect local ecosystems;
Whereas mushrooms are celebrated by home cooks and chefs because of their 
        versatility, affordability, savory umami flavor, and nutritional 
        qualities;
Whereas mushrooms are a dietary staple due to their nutritional value; and
Whereas mushrooms are fat-free, cholesterol-free, low in calories, low in 
        sodium, and an important part of a diet rich in whole foods: Now, 
        therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) supports the recognition of National Mushroom Day;
            (2) honors the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for its 
        unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry; 
        and
            (3) recognizes the role mushrooms play in a healthy diet 
        that is rich in whole foods.
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