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SRES 645118th CongressFailed / ExpiredSenate

A resolution designating the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as "National Park Week".

Policy Area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Dec 12, 2024
Latest Action Date
Apr 16, 2024

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2781; text: CR S2794)

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Executive Summary

Senate Resolution 645 designates the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as "National Park Week." The resolution was introduced and agreed to in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendment or debate. The resolution serves as a formal recognition and celebration of national parks during this specified week, highlighting their importance in public lands and natural resources.

Bottom Line

S.Res. 645 officially recognizes a week in April 2024 as National Park Week to promote awareness and appreciation of national parks.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The resolution designates April 20-28, 2024, as National Park Week.
  • It was submitted, considered, and agreed to in the Senate without amendment or opposition.
  • The resolution is symbolic and does not include funding or regulatory changes.
Who Benefits?

['National Park Service', 'Visitors and supporters of national parks', 'Public lands and natural resource advocacy groups']

Potential Concerns

['The resolution does not allocate funding or resources, so its impact depends on voluntary participation and awareness efforts.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it does not create enforceable obligations or policy changes.', 'No oversight or implementation mechanisms are included.']

Political Context

The resolution was introduced and passed unanimously in the Senate during the 118th Congress. It falls under the policy area of Public Lands and Natural Resources and reflects a common practice of Congress to designate special observance weeks to promote public awareness and appreciation of national resources.

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Indirect Effects

['Increased public awareness and visitation to national parks during the designated week.', 'Potential boost to local economies near national parks due to increased tourism.', 'Enhanced public support for conservation and funding of national parks in the long term.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution is symbolic and does not involve funding, regulatory authority, or enforcement provisions. Transparency considerations are minimal given the non-binding nature and unanimous consent passage. No detailed legislative text or amendments were provided, limiting deeper analysis.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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