# Plain Language Summary: American Grown Flower and Foliage Month

This is a symbolic resolution that designates July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month." In practical terms, this means Congress is officially recognizing and celebrating flowers and plants grown in the United States during that month. It's similar to how we have National Nurse Day or National Teacher Appreciation Week—it's a way to draw attention to and honor a particular industry or group.

The resolution doesn't create any new laws, funding, or requirements. It doesn't mandate that anyone buy American flowers or change how the flower industry operates. Instead, it's a statement of support for domestic flower and plant growers. The idea is to raise awareness about the American flower and foliage industry, encourage people to think about buying locally-grown flowers instead of imported ones, and recognize the farmers and businesses that grow these products here at home.

For most people, this won't directly affect your daily life. However, if you're involved in the flower or plant growing industry, it's a nice recognition of your work. For consumers, it might serve as a gentle nudge to consider buying flowers from local growers or American producers when you're shopping for bouquets or plants. It's the kind of resolution that celebrates American agriculture without imposing any new rules or restrictions on anyone.

Expressing support for the designation of July 2023 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".

Carbajal, Salud O.

 <p>This resolution supports the designation of American Grown Flower and Foliage Month and recognizes that purchasing flowers and foliage grown in the United States supports the farmers, small businesses, jobs, and economy of the United States.</p>