arrow_back Civic Audit
Share share

Designating August 10, 2024, as Purple Martin Conservation Day.

The US Senate designated August 10, 2024, as Purple Martin Conservation Day to recognize the bird's vital role in US ecosystems, history, and tourism. This resolution aims to raise public awareness about the importance of these swallows, which help control insects and rely heavily on human-provided dwellings for survival. It encourages citizens to appreciate and support conservation efforts for this species.
Key points
August 10 is officially designated to promote awareness and conservation of purple martins.
Recognition of the bird's historical role in pest control and its current ecological benefits.
Highlighting the aesthetic, educational, and tourism value these birds bring to communities.
article Official text account_balance Process page notifications_active Track this Bill
Status: Adopted
Civic Will
Checking votes...
I support
I oppose
Why does your vote on bills matter?
It creates raw, undeniable proof. Civic Will provides the permanent data to verify the Government's loyalty towards its citizens (explained here). Start recording it now.
Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_803
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
System Note: Lustra is free, publicly auditable civic infrastructure — full source code available on GitHub. You are reading sterilized legislative data, processed by our radical neutrality engine to strip political spin and retain factual mechanics. We process only official government data. Original documents remain the authoritative source—always verify them if you can.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing the importance of purple martins to United States ecosystems, tourism, and history by designating August 10, 2024, as "Purple Martin Conservation Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_803.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • August 10 is officially designated to promote awareness and conservation of purple martins.
  • Recognition of the bird's historical role in pest control and its current ecological benefits.
  • Highlighting the aesthetic, educational, and tourism value these birds bring to communities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 8/1/2024 CR S5790)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Education Media and Culture