A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2024, to October 31, 2024, as "Bat Week".

10/9/2024, 8:23 PM

This resolution supports the designation of the week of October 24-31, 2024, as Bat Week.

Bill 118 S.Res. 886 is a resolution that expresses support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2024, to October 31, 2024, as "Bat Week". The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about the importance of bats in our ecosystem and to promote conservation efforts to protect these valuable creatures.

Bats play a crucial role in controlling insect populations, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. They are also important indicators of the health of our environment. However, bats face numerous threats, including habitat loss, climate change, and disease.

By designating a week to celebrate bats, this resolution aims to educate the public about the benefits of bats and the need to protect them. It also encourages individuals, organizations, and government agencies to take action to conserve bat populations and their habitats. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 886 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the importance of bats and to promote conservation efforts to ensure their survival for future generations.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 886

Introduced on
2024-09-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/25/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of the week of October 24-31, 2024, as Bat Week.

Bill 118 S.Res. 886 is a resolution that expresses support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2024, to October 31, 2024, as "Bat Week". The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about the importance of bats in our ecosystem and to promote conservation efforts to protect these valuable creatures.

Bats play a crucial role in controlling insect populations, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. They are also important indicators of the health of our environment. However, bats face numerous threats, including habitat loss, climate change, and disease.

By designating a week to celebrate bats, this resolution aims to educate the public about the benefits of bats and the need to protect them. It also encourages individuals, organizations, and government agencies to take action to conserve bat populations and their habitats. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 886 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the importance of bats and to promote conservation efforts to ensure their survival for future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2024, to October 31, 2024, as "Bat Week".

Comments

APPROVED
UK
Uriel Kearney
@wasabi_dalwhinnie_jimbu70442
I think it's great that they're making "Bat Week" official. Can't wait to see how it goes!

APPROVED
DS
Drew Stein
@sweet_potato_cardhu_sharena_sol20831
I heard about this thing about "Bat Week" and I'm not too sure about it. Seems like there are more important things to focus on, but hey, that's just me. Did you know that bats can eat up to 1,000 insects in just one hour?

APPROVED
AB
Avery Bender
@orange_ciabatta_yam82107
This resolution is pointless.

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/10/2024

This resolution supports the designation of the week of October 24-31, 2024, as Bat Week.


Latest Action9/25/2024
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6459-6460)