Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 684
A resolution recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.
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Introduced 2026-04-22Topic: environment · climateSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution recognizes April 22, 2026, as the 56th anniversary of Earth Day. It commends the leadership and vision of Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, who founded Earth Day. The resolution's findings describe the first Earth Day in 1970, its link to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency and federal environmental laws, and current concerns about climate change and pollution. The resolution does not create new laws, programs, or funding.
Sponsors
- Tammy Baldwin Democrat sponsor
- 0 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S1938) | refer |
| 2026-04-22 | Submitted in Senate | introduce |