National Day of Play.
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Overview
This resolution designates March 21st, 2026, as National Day of Play in California. It recognizes the importance of play and social connection for individual and community well-being, citing concerns about loneliness, screen time, and the decline in outdoor play among children. The resolution encourages individuals to disconnect from electronics and participate in community events to foster social bonds and promote healthy development.
Key provisions
- Designates March 21, 2026, as National Day of Play in California.
- Recognizes the importance of social connection for mental, physical, and social development.
- Encourages individuals to put down their electronics and participate in play.
- Supports Congress’s annual designation of the first Saturday after the spring equinox as National Day of Play.
- Acknowledges the potential negative impacts of excessive device use on social development and mental health.
- Highlights the benefits of play for brain development, stress reduction, and creativity.
- Recognizes the connection between play and community building.
- References the spring equinox as a symbolic start to spring and a time for renewal.
Who is affected
- Individuals
- Families
- Communities
- Children
- Adults
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