A resolution expressing support for the annual designation of the first Saturday after the Spring Equinox as "National Day of Play".
This resolution designates March 21, 2026, as "National Day of Play" and expresses support for making the first Saturday after the Spring Equinox an annual observance. The bill encourages Americans to disconnect from electronic devices and engage in play activities to promote social connection, physical activity, and mental well-being. It recognizes the health benefits of play and community interaction, citing concerns about rising loneliness and excessive screen time. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about the importance of play in daily life.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
House Passage
President
Introduced Mar 22, 2026
Last action Mar 22, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Amendments
1
Mar 22, 2026
Introduced
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1523; text: CR S1517)
upper
Mar 22, 2026
Upper · Passed
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1523; text: CR S1517)
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Pete Ricketts
RRepublican
Co
Christopher Murphy
DDemocratic
Co
Cynthia M. Lummis
RRepublican
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