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Supporting the designation of April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month".
Supporting the designation of April 2026 as ``National Native Plant Month''.
Summary
This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month". The resolution recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States, noting their role in supporting wildlife, healthy ecosystems, and adapting to environmental changes.
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- Apr 29, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. · house
- Apr 29, 2026 Submitted in House
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 29, 2026
Ms. Goodlander (for herself, Mr. Joyce of Ohio, Mr. Carter of Louisiana, Mr. Moylan, and Mr. Neguse) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of April 2026 as “National Native Plant Month”.
Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have evolved alongside native wildlife and occur naturally in a particular geographic region, ecosystem, and habitat; Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in the United States, which include large shade trees, understory trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, grasses, and wildflowers; Whereas native plants are essential for healthy, diverse, and sustainable ecosystems and are critical for cleaning air, filtering water, and stabilizing soils; Whereas native plants are well-adapted to specific soils, temperatures, precipitation, and environmental conditions, making them the best option for conserving and protecting our environment and adapting to its changes; Whereas native plants provide shelter, as well as nectar, pollen, seeds, and foliage that serve as food, for native butterflies, caterpillars, birds, bees, and other wildlife in ways that non-native plants cannot; Whereas more than 200 of the native plant species in the United States are estimated to have been lost since the early 19th century; Whereas habitat loss and degradation, extreme weather events, and invasive species have contributed to the decline of native plants in the United States; and Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient ecosystems and our natural heritage: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) supports the designation of “National Native Plant Month”; and
(2) recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States. <all>
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