Supporting the designation of April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month".

Maggie Goodlander

Democrat · NH · Representative

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• David P. Joyce (R-OH-14)Original· 2026-04-29
• James C. Moylan (R-GU)Original· 2026-04-29
• Joe Neguse (D-CO-2)Original· 2026-04-29
• Troy A. Carter (D-LA-2)Original· 2026-04-29
• Jill N. Tokuda (D-HI-2)· 2026-04-30
• Ed Case (D-HI-1)· 2026-05-11
• Michael R. Turner (R-OH-10)· 2026-05-11

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

2026-04-29

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The proposal would officially recognize April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month" to raise awareness about plants that naturally grow in different regions of the United States. This designation would encourage people, schools, gardeners, and communities to learn about and plant native species, which help support local wildlife and require less water and maintenance than non-native plants. The recognition aims to promote environmental conservation and education among the general public.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1229 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1229 Supporting the designation of April 2026 as ``National Native Plant Month''. _______________________________________________________________________ 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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