A resolution designating May 16, 2026, as "Kids to Parks Day".

119th Congress Introduced by Cory Booker and 7 co-sponsors

Designates May 16, 2026 as Kids to Parks Day to encourage families to visit parks and enjoy outdoor recreation for health and community well-being.

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)

Summary of SRES 734 (119th Congress): Designation of May 16, 2026 as “Kids to Parks Day”

Purpose and intent

Designates May 16, 2026, as “Kids to Parks Day.”

Recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and open space preservation for the health, education, and development of America's youth.

Encourages Americans to observe the day with safe family trips to parks and public lands.

Key provisions and changes

Official designation: May 16, 2026 is proclaimed as Kids to Parks Day.

Acknowledgments:

Emphasizes goals of Kids to Parks Day: 1) Promote healthy outdoor recreation and environmentally responsible stewardship. 2) Empower young people. 3) Encourage families to visit parks and public lands.

Encouragement to participate:

Urges people across rural, suburban, and urban areas to explore national, state, and local parks and other public lands.
Highlights that communities often offer free access to natural resources and outdoor recreation.

Expected outcomes and benefits:

Broadens appreciation for nature and outdoor activities among children and families.
Supports safe, independent play and healthy adventures in neighborhood parks.
Fosters self-reliance and strengthens communities through outdoor experiences.

Who/what is affected

The designation primarily affects public perception and awareness, encouraging participation in outdoor recreation.

Parks and public lands at the federal, state, and local levels are highlighted as accessible resources for families.

No new funding, regulatory changes, or administrative authorities are created by the resolution; it is a symbolic designation intended to promote engagement with outdoor spaces.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Legislative action:

Introduced in the Senate and passed by unanimous consent.
Date of action: May 14, 2026.
No amendments to the text; designation agreed to with a preamble.

sponsors:

Primary and co-sponsors include Senators Wyden, Hyde-Smith, Daines, Coons, Capito, Justice, Booker, and Heinrich.

Practical takeaways

The bill formalizes a national day to celebrate Kids to Parks, aiming to encourage families to visit parks and engage in outdoor activities.

It underscores the value of outdoor recreation for health, education, and community well-being, without imposing new policy requirements or funding.