Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)
A resolution designating October 23, 2026, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".
A Democratic resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5268)
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates October 23, 2026, as National Marine Sanctuary Day. It honors the anniversary of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972. The text highlights the nationwide network of sanctuaries that conserve oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes. It notes that these areas protect biodiversity, historic shipwrecks, and sacred cultural places. Furthermore, the bill encourages people to visit and support these protected waters. Finally, it calls on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to partner with communities to complete new sanctuary designations.
Yes· 3 of 17
- Scored +5
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution designates National Marine Sanctuary Day to highlight ocean conservation, protect biodiversity, and safeguard vital wildlife habitats.
- Scored +4
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
The bill calls on NOAA to partner with communities and complete designations of new national marine sanctuaries to conserve aquatic environments.
- Scored +3
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The text notes that national marine sanctuaries help make oceans and coasts more resilient by protecting ecosystems that sequester carbon.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Encouraging Recreation and Access: The resolution encourages the people of the United States and the world to responsibly visit, experience, recreate in, and support national marine sanctuaries, as noted in paragraph (2) of the resolved section. This is a positive outcome because it promotes outdoor access and enjoyment of public waters.
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Supporting Economies and Resilience: The text acknowledges the importance of sanctuaries in supporting community resilience, protecting biodiversity, and contributing to local and national economies, as stated in paragraphs (3) and (4) of the resolved section. This benefits the public by driving local jobs, tourism, and fisheries.
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Expanding Protected Areas: The bill calls on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to partner with communities and complete designations of new national marine sanctuaries, according to paragraph (6) of the resolved section. This could benefit individuals and groups by creating more protected environments for conservation and recreation.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens 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 designates National Marine Sanctuary Day to highlight ocean conservation, protect biodiversity, and safeguard vital wildlife habitats. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The bill calls on NOAA to partner with communities and complete designations of new national marine sanctuaries to conserve aquatic environments. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The text notes that national marine sanctuaries help make oceans and coasts more resilient by protecting ecosystems that sequester carbon. Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution supports coastal and rural communities by bolstering tourism, recreation, and local fisheries tied to marine sanctuaries.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution supports local economies, tourism, and commercial fisheries that benefit businesses operating near marine sanctuaries. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution highlights partnerships with indigenous governments and communities to protect cultural sites and ecological resources. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution supports coastal and rural community resilience, local jobs, and economies tied to protected marine areas. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution encourages people to experience and enjoy public waters and nature access, benefiting younger generations. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The resolution promotes outdoor recreation and environmental conservation for the enjoyment of all people. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution promotes recreational opportunities and access to nature for the public. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution notes that sanctuaries connect people through education and serve as living laboratories for science and research. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution promotes outdoor recreation, nature access, and environmental stewardship relevant to young adults.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill recognizes that national marine sanctuaries contribute to local and national economies and drive the growth of the blue economy. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution acknowledges that national marine sanctuaries support local and national economies by providing jobs in the United States. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution supports coastal economies and local businesses that rely on tourism, recreation, and commercial fisheries tied to marine sanctuaries.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution identifies national marine sanctuaries as living laboratories that enable cooperative science and research to improve resource management.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights partnerships with indigenous governments and communities to achieve shared conservation goals.
- 9/30/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5268)
- 5 Cosponsors added.
4 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
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Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland