Relative to "Parks Make Life Better!®" Month.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Rogers

Designates a statewide observance month to promote Parks Make Life Better!®, encouraging agencies and the public to raise awareness and support for parks.

From committee: Ordered to third reading.

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Summary of ACR 223 (2025-2026) – Relative to "Parks Make Life Better!®" Month

Purpose and intent

ACR 223 designates a statewide month to promote and highlight the Parks Make Life Better!® initiative. The resolution expresses the Legislature’s support for recognizing the program and its goals, and encourages state agencies, local governments, and the public to observe the designated month in a manner that promotes the benefits of parks and outdoor spaces.

Key provisions and changes

Recognition of Parks Make Life Better!®: The bill formally acknowledges the program and its objectives, aligning with efforts to improve access to parks and nature for residents.

Proclamation/Observance of a month: The resolution calls for observance during a specified month (the bill text indicates designation of a particular month; the exact month is implicit in the resolution’s language). It encourages public awareness activities, partnerships, and outreach to promote the benefits of parks.

Requests to public entities: The resolution asks state agencies, local governments, and other stakeholders to participate in observance activities, including recognizing the month in official communications and supporting compatible events and programs.

Sponsorship and support: The sponsor list includes co-sponsor Chris Rogers, indicating legislative backing and advocacy for the Parks Make Life Better!® initiative.

Who or what would be affected

Government entities: State agencies, counties, cities, and other public partners are encouraged to participate in observance activities.

Public and communities: The general public would benefit from increased awareness of parks, outdoor recreation, and related quality-of-life improvements promoted by the initiative.

Parks and outdoor programs: Organizations and programs aligned with the Parks Make Life Better!® message may receive greater visibility and potential public support during the observed month.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and passage timeline:

2026-06-09: Introduced and sent to print.
2026-06-10: Printer status update.
2026-06-15: From committee, adopted and placed on Consent Calendar with unanimous vote (Ayes 10, Noes 0).

Committee action: Referred to the Rules–Legislative Subcommittee (RLS); subsequently adopted by the committee and moved to the Consent Calendar, indicating broad bipartisan support and a non-controversial concurrence.

Current status (as of latest actions): Adopted by committee and on Consent Calendar for potential passage without floor debate, subject to scheduling for a full chamber vote.

Notes

ACRs are official expressions of the Legislature that recognize, commemorate, or designate observances; they do not change existing law or funding levels but can promote awareness and public participation.

This summary reflects the information available from the bill’s action history; the exact designated month should be confirmed in the bill text for precise observance timing.