Ron Wyden (D-OR)
A resolution designating May 16, 2026, as "Kids to Parks Day".
A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)
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 16, 2026, as "Kids to Parks Day." The measure aims to promote healthy outdoor recreation and responsible environmental stewardship. It seeks to empower young people and encourage families to visit the nation's parks and public lands. Additionally, the day is intended to foster appreciation for nature and provide opportunities for safe, active fun. The resolution encourages the public to observe this day with safe family trips to parks.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
The bill specifically aims to empower young people and promote healthy, active lifestyles through outdoor recreation.
- Scored +3
Would students be better off under this?
The bill recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation in the education of young people.
- Scored +2
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The bill encourages the appreciation of nature and outdoor activities which can benefit young people.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promotes Health and Activity: The bill aims to encourage people to lead more healthy and active lifestyles through outdoor recreation (Whereas clause 5).
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Empowers Youth: The resolution intends to empower young people and broaden their appreciation for nature and the outdoors (Whereas clause 1 and 2).
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Provides Community Benefits: The day is designed to facilitate self-reliance while strengthening communities (Whereas clause 6).
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Offers Family Recreation: It serves as an opportunity for families to take a break from busy lives for active, wholesome fun (Whereas clause 5).
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Encourages Access to Nature: The resolution highlights that communities offer natural resources and public land, often with free access, for individuals seeking recreation (Whereas clause 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified 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 children be better off under this? — The bill specifically aims to empower young people and promote healthy, active lifestyles through outdoor recreation. Would students be better off under this? — The bill recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation in the education of young people. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill highlights that public lands often offer free access for recreation. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The bill encourages families to take breaks for active, wholesome fun in public parks. Would retired people be better off under this? — The bill encourages people of all ages, including the elderly, to engage in healthy and active lifestyles. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill encourages rural residents to utilize the natural resources and parks in their communities. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill encourages people of all ages, including the old, to lead more healthy and active lifestyles. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill encourages urban residents to be reintroduced to the parks in their communities. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill encourages the appreciation of nature and outdoor activities which can benefit young people.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution promotes responsible environmental stewardship of public lands. Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill encourages the use of local parks and natural resources available in all communities.
- 5/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/14/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)
- 6 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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