Bill · H.Res. 233· House(119-HRES-233)
Supporting the designation of April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month".
- Introduced
- 3/21/2025
- Last activity
- 3/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Ed Case
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month." The text highlights that native plants are indigenous species that have evolved within specific geographic regions and ecosystems. It notes that these plants are essential for maintaining healthy, diverse, and sustainable ecosystems. The resolution also points out that native plants provide critical food and shelter for various wildlife, such as birds and bees. Finally, it recognizes the overall benefits these plants provide to the environment and the United States economy.
Yes
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
The resolution supports native plants which are essential for cleaning air, filtering water, and stabilizing soils.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+2
The resolution recognizes the economic benefits of native plants to the United States.
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+1
The resolution promotes the preservation of native ecosystems and natural heritage.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Environmental Protection: Native plants are described as critical for cleaning air, filtering water, and stabilizing soils, which provides essential natural services to the environment. (Whereas clause)
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Wildlife Support: These plants provide necessary food sources, including nectar, pollen, seeds, and foliage, which serve as food for native butterflies, caterpillars, birds, bees, and other wildlife. (Whereas clause)
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Environmental Adaptation: Because native plants are well-adapted to specific environmental conditions like soil and temperature, they are considered the best option for conserving and protecting the environment and adapting to changes. (Whereas clause)
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Economic and Environmental Benefits: The resolution recognizes that native plants offer benefits to both the environment and the economy of the United States. (Resolution section 2)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Public Land Management+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2
- 4/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/21/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
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