James Risch (R-ID)
A resolution celebrating the 153rd anniversary of Arbor Day.
A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643; text: CR S2669-2670)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
S. Res. 187 is a resolution celebrating the 153rd anniversary of Arbor Day. It recognizes April 25, 2025, as "National Arbor Day." The resolution highlights the importance of planting trees, the role of sustainably managed working forests, and the contributions of the Arbor Day Foundation and Tree City USA. It encourages people in the United States to participate in National Arbor Day activities.
Yes· 3 of 17
- Scored +4
Would people in cities be better off under this?
Specifically highlights the benefits of urban forestry and the Tree City USA program.
- Scored +4
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
Focuses on the importance of working forests and rural land management.
- Scored +4
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
Encourages forest stewardship, carbon sequestration, and conservation of at-risk species.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Community Engagement: The resolution notes that Arbor Day is an opportunity for communities to gather and plant for a greener future and promotes civic participation.
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Environmental Education: The text states that Arbor Day activities can teach future generations about the value of land and stewardship.
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Climate and Conservation: The resolution mentions that active forest management helps sequester and store carbon, improves forest resilience, and helps conserve at-risk and declining species.
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Sustainable Infrastructure: The text highlights that using sustainably grown wood in buildings and bridges is a natural, renewable, and biodegradable option that helps decrease global carbon emissions.
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Urban Forestry: The Tree City USA program is cited as helping more than 47 percent of individuals in the U.S. live in communities dedicated to sound urban forestry management.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people are mentioned in the provided text.
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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Focuses on the importance of working forests and rural land management. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Specifically highlights the benefits of urban forestry and the Tree City USA program. Would children be better off under this? — Provides educational opportunities regarding land stewardship and a greener future. Would farmers be better off under this? — Supports those managing working forests and sustainable forestry practices. Would business owners be better off under this? — Supports the viability and productivity of working forests and wood products. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Encourages community participation in planting and forestry. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Promotes a healthier, greener environment for all ages. Would students be better off under this? — Offers educational value regarding stewardship and environment. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Promotes environmental sustainability and community engagement. Would high-income households be better off under this? — Encourages environmental stewardship. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Urban forestry programs can improve quality of life in diverse city areas. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Promotes community improvement and greener neighborhoods.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Encourages forest stewardship, carbon sequestration, and conservation of at-risk species. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — Promotes sound urban forestry management and sustainable forest productivity. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — Promotes tree planting and sustainable wood use to sequester carbon and reduce emissions. Does this invest in rural communities? — Supports the maintenance and productivity of working forests in rural areas. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — Suggests the use of sustainable wood materials in bridges and infrastructure.
- 4/29/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643: 3; text: CR S2669-2670: 3)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643; text: CR S2669-2670)
- 6 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Mike CrapoRepublican · Idaho
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Pete RickettsRepublican · Nebraska
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Tina SmithDemocrat · Minnesota