What This Bill Does
This resolution supports calling April 2023 "National Native Plant Month." The House of Representatives recognizes that native plants benefit the environment and economy of the United States.
Who It Affects
The bill text does not identify specific people, businesses or agencies directly affected.
Key Provisions
• The House of Representatives supports the designation of "National Native Plant Month" (Resolved Section 1)
• The House of Representatives recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States (Resolved Section 2)
What Changes
Not specified in bill text. The resolution expresses support for a designation but does not describe what changes would occur if it becomes law.
Important Definitions
The bill defines native plants as "indigenous species that have evolved and occur naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, and habitat."
IV
118TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
H. RES. 293
Supporting the designation of April 2023 as ‘‘National Native Plant Month’’.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
APRIL 13, 2023
Mr. NEGUSE (for himself, Mr. BUCK, Mr. CASE, and Mr. JOYCE of Ohio) sub-
mitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
Natural Resources
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of April 2023 as ‘‘National
Native Plant Month’’.
Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have
evolved and occur naturally in a particular region, eco-
system, and habitat;
Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in
the United States, which include trees, shrubs, vines,
grasses, and wildflowers;
Whereas native plants help prevent flooding, drought, and
erosion and can help restore damaged ecosystems;
Whereas native plants provide shelter as well as nectar, pol-
len, and seeds that serve as food for native butterflies, in-
sects, birds, and other wildlife in ways that non-native
plants cannot;
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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 de-
cline of native plants in the United States; and
Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient
ecosystems and the natural heritage of the United States:
Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
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(1) supports the designation of ‘‘National Na-
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tive Plant Month’’; and
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(2) recognizes the benefits of native plants to
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the environment and economy of the United States.
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