This resolution officially designates the week of April 19 through April 27, 2025, as "National Park Week." This designation aims to celebrate the National Park System, which began with Yellowstone National Park in 1872 and was formalized with the establishment of the National Park Service in 1916 to preserve natural and cultural resources for future generations. The resolution acknowledges that national parks offer countless opportunities for recreation, education, and cultural exchange across every state and many territories. Furthermore, the resolution encourages the people of the United States and the world to responsibly visit, experience, recreate in, and support these invaluable national treasures. It highlights the significant economic contributions of national parks, which attracted nearly 331.9 million recreational visits in 2024 and contributed over $55 billion to the national economy in 2023. The resolution underscores the vital role of National Park Service employees in protecting these unique places and their vibrant culture, diverse wildlife, and priceless resources for perpetuity.