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Contact Congress about S.Res. 180: A resolution designating the week of April 19 through April 27, 2025, as "National Park Week".

The Senate would recognize one week in April 2025 as National Park Week. The resolution encourages people to visit and support national parks, but it does not change park law or funding.

Modern Action explains legislation in plain English, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.

A resolution designating the week of April 19 through April 27, 2025, as "National Park Week". is a Senate bill on the floor. The latest recorded action: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Latest action on S.Res. 180: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Who this affects: This resolution mainly affects national parks, the National Park Service, park visitors, and communities near parks. Its effect is mostly public attention, not a legal change. People may see more promotion around National Park Week, and nearby businesses could benefit if more people visit.

Why this matters: This matters because national parks protect public places that many people visit, learn from, and enjoy. The resolution would not fix park problems or add money. But it could raise awareness of the parks and remind people to use them responsibly. It also points to the role park visits play in tourism and local business activity.

Key provisions in S.Res. 180

  • This is a ceremonial Senate statement. It does not create or change any law, program, rule, or funding source.
  • The resolution applies to one week only: April 19 through April 27, 2025. It names that week National Park Week.
  • The resolution says national parks had nearly 331.9 million recreational visits in 2024.
  • The resolution says spending tied to national park visits added an estimated $55.6 billion to the U.S. economy in 2023.
  • The resolution recognizes the National Park Service's job to protect natural and cultural resources without harming them. It says those places should be preserved for people now and in the future.

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Questions people ask about S.Res. 180

What is S.Res. 180?
The Senate would recognize one week in April 2025 as National Park Week. The resolution encourages people to visit and support national parks, but it does not change park law or funding.
How do I support or oppose S.Res. 180?
Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
Who should I contact about S.Res. 180?
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Can Modern Action explain S.Res. 180 before I act?
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