A resolution designating August 7, 2026, as “National Lighthouse Day”.
Latest action (7 Aug 2026): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
What this bill does
S. Res. 820 designates August 7, 2026, as "National Lighthouse Day," marking the 237th anniversary of the Lighthouse Act of 1789, the first public works law signed by George Washington. The resolution encourages lighthouse grounds to be opened to the public where feasible and calls on Americans to mark the day with ceremonies and activities honoring the nation's maritime heritage, including visiting historic lighthouse sites and supporting preservation efforts. It also reaffirms the Senate's support for preserving and restoring historic lighthouses.
The designation affects no laws, funding, or regulations — it has no binding legal effect. It is primarily symbolic, recognizing lighthouse keepers (including many women who held some of the first federal non-clerical jobs open to women) and the organizations working to preserve historic lighthouse structures across the country.
The resolution was introduced by Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) on July 30, 2026, and agreed to by the Senate without amendment, with a preamble, by unanimous consent on August 7, 2026. As a simple resolution, this action completes the legislative process — no further steps, House action, or presidential signature are required or possible.
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Official summary
This simple resolution was agreed to on August 7, 2026. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.
Timeline
7 Aug 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 820 do?
- S. Res. 820 designates August 7, 2026, as "National Lighthouse Day," marking the 237th anniversary of the Lighthouse Act of 1789, the first public works law signed by George Washington. The resolution encourages lighthouse grounds to be opened to the public where feasible and calls on Americans to mark the day with ceremonies and activities honoring the nation's maritime heritage, including visiting historic lighthouse sites and supporting preservation efforts. It also reaffirms the Senate's support for preserving and restoring historic lighthouses. The designation affects no laws, funding, or regulations — it has no binding legal effect. It is primarily symbolic, recognizing lighthouse keepers (including many women who held some of the first federal non-clerical jobs open to women) and the organizations working to preserve historic lighthouse structures across the country. The resolution was introduced by Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) on July 30, 2026, and agreed to by the Senate without amendment, with a preamble, by unanimous consent on August 7, 2026. As a simple resolution, this action completes the legislative process — no further steps, House action, or presidential signature are required or possible.
- Has S.Res. 820 become law?
- Yes. S.Res. 820 has been enacted. Status last updated 7 Aug 2026.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 820?
- S.Res. 820 was sponsored by Sen. Gary Peters [D-MI] (Democrat-MI), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 820?
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (7 Aug 2026).
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