Expressing support for the designation of February 14 of each year as International Flower Workers' Day, in acknowledgment of workers in flower-producing countries and to demonstrate the commitment of the United States to practices that respect labor rights in other countries.
Summary
House Resolution 126 proposes officially recognizing February 14th as International Flower Workers' Day to highlight the labor conditions of workers in the global floral industry. The resolution calls for the United States to prioritize the elimination of exploitative labor practices and urges flower-exporting nations, specifically Colombia, to better investigate the social and environmental impacts of their industry. While the resolution does not change domestic laws, it seeks to strengthen international labor standards and ensure that the flowers imported for American consumers are produced under fair and safe working conditions.
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