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National Wildlife Refuge Week Designated: Celebrating Conservation, Recreation, and Local Economies.

The Senate designates the week starting October 13, 2024, as National Wildlife Refuge Week to celebrate and raise awareness about the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS). This system provides essential habitats for wildlife, protects endangered species, and offers extensive recreational opportunities like hunting and fishing. Citizens benefit directly through access to nature and the significant economic boost the refuges provide to local communities.
Key points
The resolution encourages citizens to visit the 572 national wildlife refuges, which generate over $3.2 billion annually for local economies and support 41,000 jobs.
Refuges protect critical habitats, including those resilient to climate change, and offer nature-based solutions like reducing storm-surge flooding risk in coastal areas.
Emphasis is placed on expanding access to nature for diverse urban communities through the Urban Wildlife Conservation Program.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_892
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2024-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating the week beginning on October 13, 2024, as "National Wildlife Refuge Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_892.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution encourages citizens to visit the 572 national wildlife refuges, which generate over $3.2 billion annually for local economies and support 41,000 jobs.
  • Refuges protect critical habitats, including those resilient to climate change, and offer nature-based solutions like reducing storm-surge flooding risk in coastal areas.
  • Emphasis is placed on expanding access to nature for diverse urban communities through the Urban Wildlife Conservation Program.
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. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6531-6532; text: CR S6530-6531)

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment