Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2023, to October 31, 2023, as "BatWeek".

House Resolution

H.Res. 805

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2023, to October 31, 2023, as "BatWeek".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 14, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Earl L. Carter

Representative

Republican

GA-1

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Animals

Summary

This resolution would designate the week of October 24-31, 2023 as 'BatWeek' to recognize the important role bats play in our ecosystem as pollinators and in controlling agricultural pests.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution would designate the week of October 24-31, 2023 as 'BatWeek' to recognize the important role bats play in our ecosystem as pollinators and in controlling agricultural pests.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution expresses support for the designation of BatWeek and acknowledges the important role bats play as pollinators and pest control for agriculture.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution expresses support for the designation of 'BatWeek' to raise awareness about bats and their benefits.
Bats are important pollinators that help grow many crops, and they also provide natural pest control by eating insects that damage crops.
If passed, this resolution would not create any new laws or regulations, but would officially recognize the value of bats in the United States.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would primarily impact the general public by encouraging education and appreciation for bats and their ecological role. Farmers and agricultural producers could also benefit indirectly from increased awareness of bats' pest control services. Overall, the bill aims to promote conservation and a better understanding of these often misunderstood animals.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Animals

Related Subjects

Animal protection and human-animal relationships

Commemorative events and holidays

Mammals

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

805, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2023, to October 31, 2023, as "BatWeek".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-805