Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2026, to October 31, 2026, as “Bat Week”.
Latest action (5 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1606 expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating a specific week in October 2026 as "Bat Week." The resolution acknowledges the ecological and economic importance of bats, such as their role in controlling insect pests and pollinating plants, which is estimated to save farmers over $3.7 billion annually.
The bill highlights the challenges bats face, including the spread of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease that has significantly impacted bat populations across the United States. It also recognizes the collaborative efforts by various government agencies and organizations to monitor bat populations and combat this disease.
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Becca Balint and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. If passed by the House, it would formally express the chamber's support for Bat Week and encourage related events and activities.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 5, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1606 do?
- H.Res. 1606 expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating a specific week in October 2026 as "Bat Week." The resolution acknowledges the ecological and economic importance of bats, such as their role in controlling insect pests and pollinating plants, which is estimated to save farmers over $3.7 billion annually. The bill highlights the challenges bats face, including the spread of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease that has significantly impacted bat populations across the United States. It also recognizes the collaborative efforts by various government agencies and organizations to monitor bat populations and combat this disease. This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Becca Balint and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. If passed by the House, it would formally express the chamber's support for Bat Week and encourage related events and activities.
- Has H.Res. 1606 become law?
- Not yet. As of 5 Oct 2026, H.Res. 1606 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1606?
- H.Res. 1606 was sponsored by Rep. Becca Balint [D-VT] (Democrat-VT), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1606?
- Introduced (5 Oct 2026).
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