III
113th CONGRESS
2d Session
S. RES. 450
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
May 15, 2014
Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Ms. Landrieu, Mr. Portman, and Mr. Wyden) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Designating May 17, 2014, as ‘‘Kids to Parks Day’’.
Whereas the 4th annual Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated on May 17, 2014;
Whereas the goal of Kids to Parks Day is to empower young people and encourage families to get outdoors and visit the parks of the United States;
Whereas on Kids to Parks Day, individuals from rural and urban areas of the United States are reintroduced to the splendid Federal, State, and neighborhood parks that are located in their communities;
Whereas communities across the United States offer a variety of natural resources and public land, often with free access, to individuals seeking outdoor recreation;
Whereas the people of the United States, young and old, should be encouraged to lead more healthy and active lifestyles;
Whereas Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity for families to take a break from their busy lives and come together for a day of wholesome fun; and
Whereas Kids to Parks Day will broaden the appreciation of young people for nature and the outdoors: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate—
designates May 17, 2014, as Kids to Parks Day
;
recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health of the young people of the United States; and
calls on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.