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Committee recognizes May 9–18 as 'Go Public Gardens' days
Summary
The House Environmental Committee unanimously reported House Resolution 167, sponsored by Representative Sappy, recognizing May 9–18, 2025, as Go Public Gardens days; supporters cited Longwood Gardens as inspiration.
The House Environmental Committee unanimously reported House Resolution 167, sponsored by Representative Sappy, which recognizes the week of May 9 through May 18, 2025, as Go Public Gardens days.
Committee members spoke in favor of the resolution on Sappy's behalf. One member noted that Representative Sappy represents Longwood Gardens and described it as "an outstanding place to go and visit and see gardens and... a history of ecology that they've put together there." The committee chair announced there were no negative votes and the resolution "passes unanimously and will be reported to the House."
The resolution is a recognition measure intended to promote public visitation to and awareness of public gardens in the state. It does not create new regulatory authority or funding.
