A resolution recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.

Tammy Baldwin

Democrat · WI · Senator

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Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S1938)

2026-04-22

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This resolution honors the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and recognizes Senator Gaylord Nelson, who founded the environmental movement's most visible annual celebration. The measure celebrates Earth Day's role in raising public awareness about environmental protection and conservation issues. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or programs, but rather expresses Congress's appreciation for the holiday and its founder's contributions to environmental advocacy.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 684 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 684 Recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 22, 2026 Ms. Baldwin submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works _______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION Recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson. Whereas Earth Day is observed annually around the world to demonstrate support for preserving, protecting, and defending the environment, the planet, and the inhabitants of the planet; Whereas Senator Gaylord Nelson, a native of Clear Lake, Wisconsin-- (1) established Earth Day as an event and movement led by young people; (2) is recognized as one of the leading environmentalists of the 20th century; and (3) received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his public leadership; Whereas the Earth Day movement established by Senator Gaylord Nelson helped launch an era of international environmental awareness and activism; Whereas young individuals were critical in the organization and mobilization of 20,000,000 individuals on the first Earth Day in 1970, making that celebration the largest environmental grassroots event in history at that time; Whereas ongoing environmental degradation, accelerating climate change, and increasingly severe weather events threaten the well-being and livelihoods of the individuals of the United States and individuals around the world, including-- (1) coastal communities, which are especially vulnerable and are experiencing erosion, flooding, and pollution; and (2) rural and agricultural communities, which are facing increased risk of drought, diseases, pests, and soil degradation; Whereas pollution, environmental degradation, and the climate crisis are generational justice issues that disproportionately impact young individuals and future generations, who will face difficulties accessing clean water and clean air; Whereas low-income communities and communities of color continue to face disproportionate harm from climate change, pollution, and environmental degradation; Whereas multiple national and international scientific reports have concluded that the climate crisis is a threat to the planet that requires urgent action; Whereas the first Earth Day spurred broad support for environmental conservation and contributed to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency and the enactment of bipartisan legislation with bedrock Federal environmental protections, including the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.), the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.), and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.); Whereas the United States has experienced a youth-led resurgence in environmental and climate activism that has led to hundreds of thousands of individuals in the United States demanding climate action; and Whereas the mission and purpose of Earth Day remain relevant in 2026, for a new generation to face environmental challenges that lie ahead: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate-- (1) recognizes April 22, 2026, as the 56th anniversary of Earth Day; and (2) commends the leadership and vision of the founder of Earth Day, Senator Gaylord Nelson. <all>

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