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IL HJR0071

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/30/2012

Primary Sponsor

Linda LaVia

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates May 1, 2012 as Bird Watching Day in the State of Illinois
  • Encourages school districts and teachers to participate in and host activities teaching students and citizens about bird and nature conservation
  • Recognizes bird watching and nature activities as valuable opportunities for environmental education and conservation awareness
  • Requires copies of the resolution to be sent to the superintendent of each school district in Illinois
  • Emphasizes that 618 million acres of North American land and water have been dedicated as wildlife habitat, requiring public awareness and stewardship

Legislative Description

BIRD WATCHING DAY

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

3/30/2012

Committee Referrals

Elementary & Secondary Education3/6/2012
Rules2/28/2012

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