Bill · S.Res. 905· Senate(119-SRES-905)
A resolution designating September 25, 2026, as "National Lobster Day".
- Introduced
- 9/24/2026
- Last activity
- 9/24/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008-5009)
- Sponsored by
- Angus King
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 7
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- 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 resolution designates September 25, 2026, as "National Lobster Day". It acknowledges that lobstering is an economic engine and family tradition in the United States. The text notes the lobster industry's role in employing thousands of families and its history of sustainability measures. It highlights the health benefits of lobster, such as being a source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Finally, the Senate encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+3
The resolution recognizes and supports the lobster industry, which consists of many small businesses and family harvesters.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+2
The resolution acknowledges the lobster industry's long-standing sustainability measures and diversification into kelp farming.
Does this invest in rural communities?+2
The resolution highlights the economic and cultural importance of lobstering to coastal and rural communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Encouraging the celebration of a cultural and economic tradition: The resolution designates September 25, 2026, as "National Lobster Day" and encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities under the resolved section. This is positive because it recognizes an industry that employs thousands of families and serves as an economic engine and family tradition for centuries.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+2Improves Rural Development+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Farmers+2
- 9/24/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008-5009)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008-5009)
- 9 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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