H.J.Res. 138

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.J. Res. 138 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. J. RES. 138

Expressing support for the designation of the second Saturday of 
January as ``National Desert Day''.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

January 8, 2026

Mr. Ruiz submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred 
to the Committee on Natural Resources

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JOINT RESOLUTION

Expressing support for the designation of the second Saturday of 
January as ``National Desert Day''.

Whereas a desert is defined as an arid land with usually sparse vegetation, 
especially such land having a very warm climate and receiving less than 
25 centimeters (10 inches) of sporadic rainfall annually;
Whereas there are 4 major deserts in the United States, which are the Mojave 
Desert, the Sonoran Desert, the Chihuahuan Desert, and the Great Basin 
Desert;
Whereas there is growing concern in the United States and globally for 
environmental protection and the threats to desert habitats and 
conservation initiatives;
Whereas all living things are intertwined by sharing ecosystems, and desert 
ecosystems contain biodiversity that only exist in deserts and rely on 
sustainable practices; and
Whereas deserts are among of the most significant ecosystems in the country due 
to their unique biodiversity, ecological functions, and cultural 
importance: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That Congress--
(1) supports the designation of ``National Desert Day'' and 
requests the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the 
people of the United States to observe such day with 
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities;
(2) acknowledges that deserts are a crucial stop for 
migrating birds to spend the winter and are part of supporting 
global biodiversity;
(3) reaffirms its advocacy for native landscapes by 
committing to reduce invasive plant species and continue to 
maintain a pollinator garden;
(4) honors the ongoing efforts by the United States to 
educate citizens on their role in conserving desert 
biodiversity; and
(5) encourages the pursuit of policies that ensure the 
protection and preservation of the world's deserts.
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