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Support for Okefenokee UNESCO World Heritage Site Nomination

The U.S. House of Representatives expresses its support for the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This move aims to protect a vital natural area in Georgia, potentially boosting tourism and supporting the local economy, while preserving unique animal species for future generations.
Key points
Environmental Protection: The Okefenokee Refuge, vital to Georgia's ecology, could gain international recognition and protection.
Economic Benefits: UNESCO status may attract more visitors, increasing revenue for local communities.
Heritage Preservation: Efforts aim to safeguard a unique site with significant historical, cultural, and ecological value.
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Additional Information
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a vital part of the ecology of Georgia and should be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.
Print number: HRES 549
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2023-06-23