James Risch (R-ID)
A resolution celebrating the 154th anniversary of Arbor Day.
A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · 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 S2160; text: CR S2180)
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 celebrates the 154th anniversary of Arbor Day, which falls on April 24, 2026. It recognizes the historical importance of planting trees and the opportunity for communities to gather for a greener future. The text highlights the role of working forests and sustainable wood use in carbon sequestration and decreasing global emissions. It also notes the contributions of Tree City USA communities in urban forestry management. Finally, the Senate resolves to recognize the date, celebrate the anniversary, support Arbor Day goals, and encourage public participation.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +5
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The resolution highlights how sustainable wood use and active forest management maximize carbon sequestration to decrease global emissions.
- Scored +3
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The text emphasizes the importance of planting, caring for trees, and using private forests to conserve at-risk species.
- Scored +3
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The resolution highlights the role of Tree City USA communities in urban forestry management to improve living environments.
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: Arbor Day activities provide an opportunity for communities to gather and plant for a greener future, which promotes civic participation. (Whereas clauses)
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Environmental Stewardship: The celebration conveys the value of land and stewardship to future generations. (Whereas clauses)
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Climate and Infrastructure Benefits: The use of sustainably grown wood in buildings and bridges acts as a natural, renewable, and biodegradable material that helps decrease global carbon emissions. (Whereas clauses)
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Urban Living Improvements: Tree City USA communities dedicate resources and time to urban forestry initiatives, which helps make their communities and the country a better place to live. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the 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.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The resolution highlights how sustainable wood use and active forest management maximize carbon sequestration to decrease global emissions. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The text emphasizes the importance of planting, caring for trees, and using private forests to conserve at-risk species. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The resolution notes that sustainably grown wood can be used in resilient infrastructure such as bridges.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the role of Tree City USA communities in urban forestry management to improve living environments. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The text discusses the productive role of working forests which are a significant part of rural landscapes.
- 4/30/2026
- 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 S2160; text: CR S2180)
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
Mike CrapoRepublican · Idaho
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Cynthia LummisRepublican · Wyoming
Pete RickettsRepublican · Nebraska
Tina SmithDemocrat · Minnesota