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DemocratBill · S.Res. 820· Senate(119-SRES-820)

A resolution designating August 7, 2026, as "National Lighthouse Day".

Rep. Peters
Age: 68 years
Michigan
Introduced
7/30/2026
Last activity
8/7/2026 — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4553)
Sponsored by
Gary Peters
Cosponsors
Democrat - 0Republican - 1
Transportation and Public Works
  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the Senate

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 Senate resolution designates August 7, 2026, as National Lighthouse Day. It marks the 237th anniversary of the Lighthouse Act of 1789 and the 250th anniversary of the United States. The text highlights the historical importance of lighthouses, the dedication of their keepers, and the ongoing need to preserve these structures. Additionally, it encourages the public to visit lighthouse sites and participate in preservation activities.

Yes

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+1

    The bill emphasizes the preservation of historic lighthouses against environmental threats like erosion.

  • Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+1

    The resolution supports the preservation and potential public access to historic maritime structures.

  • Is this likely to grow the economy?+1

    The bill notes that cultural tourism from preserved lighthouses contributes to coastal community economies.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.