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National Wildlife Refuge Week: Recognition and Promotion

The U.S. Senate designated the week beginning October 9, 2022, as “National Wildlife Refuge Week.” This aims to highlight the importance of these areas for wildlife conservation, recreation, and local economies. Citizens can use refuges for wildlife observation, fishing, hunting, and environmental education, which supports local jobs and tourism.
Key points
The designation of “National Wildlife Refuge Week” promotes access to nature and outdoor activities like birdwatching, fishing, and hunting.
Refuges support local economies, generating billions of dollars and thousands of jobs through tourism and recreation.
The role of refuges in protecting endangered species and diverse ecosystems, as well as in environmental education, especially for youth and urban communities, is emphasized.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_814
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2022-09-29