The U.S. House of Representatives introduced a resolution on September 29 that supports the designation of October as National Co-op Month, commends the cooperative business model for its contributions to the economy, and expresses confidence in cooperatives to deliver on their track record of success.

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Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI), chair of NCBA CLUSA’s bipartisan Congressional Cooperative Business Caucus, led the resolution as sponsor. Reps. Peter Welch (D-VT) and Ron Kind (D-WI) joined Rep. Pocan as co-sponsors.

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Celebrated by cooperatives nationwide during October, National Co-op Month is an annual opportunity to raise awareness of a proven way to do business and build resilient, inclusive economies. Under the theme “Co-ops Build Economic Power,” this year’s Co-op Month is also a chance to lift up cooperatives as a trusted, democratic, time-tested business model that builds economic power for members and communities.

NCBA CLUSA is encouraged to see ongoing support for cooperatives in Congress through actions such as this resolution.