Bill > SRes157

This resolution designates April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month" and recognizes the critical importance of native plants in the United States. The resolution highlights that native plants are indigenous species that have evolved naturally in specific geographic regions, with over 17,000 species in the country, including trees, shrubs, grasses, and wildflowers. It emphasizes that native plants are essential for healthy ecosystems, playing crucial roles in cleaning air, filtering water, stabilizing soils, and providing habitat and food for wildlife like butterflies, birds, and bees. The resolution also acknowledges the challenges facing native plants, noting that more than 200 species have been lost since the early 19th century due to habitat loss, extreme weather events, and invasive species. By designating a national month for native plants, the resolution aims to draw attention to their environmental significance and encourage conservation efforts to protect these vital components of the United States' natural heritage.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/157/all-info