Ron Wyden (D-OR)
A resolution designating May 17, 2025, as "Kids to Parks Day".
A Democratic resolution with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2966; text: CR S2974)
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
This resolution designates May 17, 2025, as ``Kids to Parks Day''. The resolution aims to promote healthy outdoor recreation and responsible environmental stewardship. It also seeks to empower young people and encourage families to visit the parks and public lands of the United States. By observing this day, the Senate recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces. Finally, the resolution encourages people to take safe family trips to parks.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution specifically targets the empowerment and health of young people.
- Scored +3
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution promotes responsible environmental stewardship of public lands.
- Scored +3
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
It emphasizes the preservation of open spaces and national/state parks.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promoting Healthy Lifestyles: The resolution aims to encourage people, both young and old, to lead more healthy and active lifestyles through outdoor recreation.
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Empowering Youth: The goals include empowering young people and broadening their appreciation for nature and the outdoors.
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Community and Personal Growth: Celebrating this day is intended to foster a safe setting for independent play and healthy adventure in neighborhood parks, which can facilitate self-reliance while strengthening communities.
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Family Connection: Kids to Parks Day provides an opportunity for families to take a break from their busy lives to enjoy a day of active, wholesome fun.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text of the resolution.
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 children be better off under this? — The resolution specifically targets the empowerment and health of young people. Would students be better off under this? — It emphasizes the health and education of young people through outdoor exposure. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — It encourages active lifestyles and outdoor recreation for the youth. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — It notes that many natural resources offer free access for individuals. Would retired people be better off under this? — It encourages all ages to lead healthy and active lifestyles. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — It encourages individuals from rural areas to engage with local and national parks. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The text notes that people young and old should be encouraged to lead active lifestyles. Would people in cities be better off under this? — It encourages urban residents to visit various national and state parks.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution promotes responsible environmental stewardship of public lands. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — It emphasizes the preservation of open spaces and national/state parks.
- 5/19/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2966; text: CR S2974)
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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