A resolution designating April 2024 as "National Native Plant Month".
Summary
Senate Resolution 603 officially designates April 2024 as "National Native Plant Month" to recognize the importance of native flora to the United States' economy and environment. The resolution encourages citizens and organizations to plant native species to support local ecosystems, improve water quality, and provide essential habitats for pollinators like bees and birds. By raising public awareness, the measure aims to highlight how indigenous plants help prevent soil erosion and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides in home gardens and public spaces.
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