Introduced
September 30, 2026
Mr. Welch (for himself and Mr. Booker) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2026, to October 31, 2026, as “Bat Week”.
- (1) expresses support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2026, to October 31, 2026, as “Bat Week”;
- (2) encourages the observance of Bat Week with appropriate events and activities;
- (3) acknowledges the important role bats play as pollinators and pest control for agriculture; and
- (4) intends to—
- (A) continue working to conserve bat species and their habitat; and
- (B) work to defeat the disease known as white-nose syndrome.