A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers.

This resolution supports designating May 2026 as National Beef Month to highlight the economic role of cattle and beef's nutritional value. It notes that cattle production generated $112.1 billion in cash receipts in 2024 and historically accounted for about 22 percent of U.S. agricultural cash receipts. The United States produces roughly 19 percent of global beef, raises over 86.2 million head of cattle (about 6 percent of the world's inventory), and has the largest fed-cattle inventory. A 3-ounce serving of beef provides about 25 grams of high-quality protein and nutrients such as iron, choline, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorus, zinc, niacin, riboflavin, and selenium.