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OH HR394
Resolution
Status
4/11/2014
Primary Sponsor
Michael Dovilla
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AI Summary
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Designates the second Saturday of May as Bird Ohio Day to recognize bird and bird habitat stewardship and conservation efforts.
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Acknowledges Ohio's major role in bird studies and research since the 1890s and its importance as stopover habitat for millions of migratory birds.
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Notes that bird watching generates over $30 million in annual tourism spending in northwest Ohio, particularly during the Biggest Week in American Birding Festival.
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Encourages school districts, teachers, and nature educators to offer lessons and activities about birds, habitats, and conservation to students and citizens of all ages.
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Directs the House Clerk to transmit authenticated copies of the resolution to Ohio news media.
Legislative Description
Designating the second Saturday of May as Bird Ohio Day.
Last Action
Adopted
4/11/2014