Becca Balint (D-VT)
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2026, to October 31, 2026, as "Bat Week".
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating the week of October 24, 2026, to October 31, 2026, as Bat Week. It highlights the value of bats in controlling insect pests, pollinating plants, and helping farmers save money. The text notes that bats face a threat from a fungal disease called white-nose syndrome, which has killed millions of bats. It mentions ongoing work by federal agencies, tribes, and other groups to monitor populations and fight the disease. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support Bat Week, encourage its observance, acknowledge the role of bats, and continue efforts to conserve bats and defeat white-nose syndrome.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +3
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution supports ongoing conservation work to protect bat species and their natural habitats.
- Scored +3
Would farmers be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes the substantial pest control savings and pollination benefits bats provide to agricultural operations.
- Scored +2
Does this invest in rural communities?
The resolution acknowledges the economic value of bats in providing pest control that saves farmers billions of dollars annually.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Agriculture and Farmers: The text points out that bats save farmers in the United States more than $3,700,000,000 in pest control every year and play an important role as pest control and pollinators. Recognizing this through the designation of Bat Week under resolved section (1) and acknowledging their role under resolved section (3) could help people appreciate these economic and environmental benefits.
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Conservation and Disease Fighting Efforts: Resolved section (4) states that the House of Representatives intends to continue working to conserve bat species and their habitats, and work to defeat the disease known as white-nose syndrome. This could benefit the public by supporting ongoing efforts to protect ecosystems and natural resources.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution supports ongoing conservation work to protect bat species and their natural habitats. Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution acknowledges the economic value of bats in providing pest control that saves farmers billions of dollars annually.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes the substantial pest control savings and pollination benefits bats provide to agricultural operations.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution supports scientific monitoring and research efforts aimed at understanding and treating white-nose syndrome in bats.
- 10/5/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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