Who it affects
- People who operate lighthouse sites
- Lighthouse preservation and education groups
- Members of the public
Passed the SenateHistoryPublic lands
National Lighthouse Day designation
S.Res. 820 · Resolution · Introduced July 30, 2026
This bill would designate August 7, 2026, as National Lighthouse Day and encourage lighthouse sites and the public to participate.
At a glance
Where it stands
Passed the Senate
How South Carolina voted
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What it would do
- The resolution would designate August 7, 2026, as National Lighthouse Day.
- It encourages opening lighthouse grounds to the public where feasible.
- It calls on people to mark the day with ceremonies, lighthouse visits, and support for preservation and education groups.
- It reaffirms the Senate’s commitment to preserving and restoring historic lighthouses.
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How South Carolina voted
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Groups that lobbied on it and gave to SC's members
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Official record
Official title, sponsor and status
- Official title
- A resolution designating August 7, 2026, as "National Lighthouse Day".
- Sponsor
- Sen. Peters, Gary C. (D-MI)
- Introduced
- July 30, 2026
- Cosponsors
- 2
- Committees
- Senate Judiciary Committee
- Latest action
- Aug. 7, 2026 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4553)
Official summary from the Congressional Research Service
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