The resolution recognizes July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month in Vermont and designates July 17, 2026, as Vermont Park and Recreation Professionals Day. It highlights the importance of park and recreation programs in promoting active lifestyles, providing environmental protection, and serving as economic resources within communities. Additionally, these programs are noted for their role in supporting therapeutic recreational services for individuals with disabilities.

The resolution is a response to the longstanding recognition of July as Park and Recreation Month, established by the National Recreation and Park Association in 1985, and further supported by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2009. The Vermont General Assembly aims to honor the contributions of park and recreation professionals by officially designating a day in their honor and directing the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont Recreation and Parks Association.