Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
This resolution designates the week of April 19 through April 27, 2025, as National Park Week and encourages people to visit and support the national parks. It is a nonbinding statement adopted by the Senate that does not change the law, create obligations, or require action by federal agencies. The resolution highlights the history, visitation, and economic and cultural importance of the National Park System and promotes public engagement and responsible recreation.
This is a Senate simple resolution adopted by the Senate alone and is not sent to the President. It is nonbinding and does not have the force of law or require House approval.
This Senate resolution designates April 19–27, 2025, as National Park Week.
It recognizes the National Park Service’s history and mission, cites visitation and economic statistics, and encourages people to responsibly visit and support U.S. national parks.
Simple Senate resolutions are nonbinding and do not become law; content would be easily adopted but not converted into statute.
Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a well-constructed commemorative Senate resolution that clearly designates a specific week as National Park Week and encourages public participation.
Liberals stress conservation funding and equitable access
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Liberals stress conservation funding and equitable access
Generally supportive as a recognition of conservation, public lands, and public access.
Would view the resolution positively but note it is symbolic and does not provide funding or stronger protections.
Favorable overall because the resolution is bipartisan, nonbinding, and promotes civic engagement and tourism.
Will note that it is ceremonial and watch for follow-up on funding or management implications.
Likely supportive because it honors national heritage, encourages recreation, and notes economic benefits.
May emphasize local stewardship and caution about expanding federal obligations.
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Simple Senate resolutions are nonbinding and do not become law; content would be easily adopted but not converted into statute.
The bill has not accumulated any surfaced votes yet.
Liberals stress conservation funding and equitable access
Simple Senate resolutions are nonbinding and do not become law; content would be easily adopted but not converted into statute.
Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a well-constructed commemorative Senate resolution that clearly designates a specific week as National Park Week and encourages public participation.
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