WASHINGTON – Reps. Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15) and the other co-chairs of the bipartisan 4-H Caucus, introduced a resolution this week to designate Oct. 1 to 7 as “National 4-H Week.”
4-H, the youth development program of the Cooperative Extension System of Land-Grant Universities, is the largest youth development organization in the nation, supporting nearly six million young people across the country. The organization provides experiences for young people to learn through hands-on projects in the important areas of health, science, agriculture and civic engagement.
The resolution recognizes the important role of 4-H in youth development and education, and it encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for the significant impact the organization and its members have in their local communities.
“The future of agriculture, science and community leadership is bright thanks to organizations like 4-H,” Rep. Thompson said. “Found in every corner of every state and in areas both rural and urban, 4-H educates and inspires students to become successful and proactive leaders. I am proud to introduce this bipartisan resolution to recognize their important work.”
“Countless American youth have participated in 4-H and been rewarded with opportunities to develop leadership skills and further their education. Connecting our young people to one another by fostering bonds of friendship, engaging in the exchange of ideas that lead to better understanding of and engagement with our food systems, and equipping them with the skills they need to create positive change in their communities is what 4-H is all about,” Rep. David Scott (D-GA-13) said.
“As a young girl growing up in rural Eastern Washington, 4-H taught me some of the most important life and leadership skills that I lean on today,” Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-05) said. “This program has inspired generations of unique and dynamic leaders from all walks of life. I’m proud to help lead this resolution to celebrate National 4-H Week and ensure that work continues to encourage young people across the country to be bold, shoot for the stars, and chase their dreams.”
“4-H provides extraordinary opportunities for kids across the United States to develop critical life skills and empower themselves to become the next leaders in agriculture, healthy living, and citizenship,” Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) said.
“This year’s theme for National 4-H Week is ‘I Love 4-H,’ reminding us that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us,” said Jill Bramble, president & CEO, National 4-H Council. “We are grateful to the Congressional 4-H Caucus for shining a light on the life-changing power of 4-H. This resolution raises national awareness for 4-H, attracting more adult mentors and the next generation of leaders.”
