# What This Bill Actually Does

This is a symbolic resolution that designates July 2022 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month." In practical terms, it's Congress saying "we support buying flowers grown in America" rather than a law that changes anything or creates new requirements. Think of it like a proclamation or official recognition rather than legislation with teeth.

The resolution highlights some interesting facts about the flower industry. Americans spend over $38 billion annually on flowers and plants, yet only about 20 percent of the flowers sold in the U.S. are actually grown here. The bill points out that domestic flowers last longer since they're sold within 24 to 48 hours of harvest, compared to imported flowers that travel much farther. It also emphasizes that American flower farmers grow everything from peonies in Alaska to tulips in Washington, and that the industry supports hundreds of growers, thousands of small businesses, and tens of thousands of jobs.

The resolution essentially urges Americans to buy locally grown flowers when they can and to support domestic flower farmers. It acknowledges that many consumers want to buy American products but don't realize where their flowers come from. There's even mention of a "Certified American Grown" logo created in 2014 to help consumers identify domestic flowers. However, this bill doesn't mandate anything, offer tax breaks, restrict imports, or create any new programs—it's purely an expression of support encouraging people to choose American flowers for holidays, weddings, and special occasions.

Expressing support for the designation of July 2022 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".

 <p>This resolution supports the designation of American Grown Flower and Foliage Month.</p>