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OH HR394

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/11/2014

Primary Sponsor

Michael Dovilla

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Origin

House of Representatives

130th General Assembly (2013-2014)

AI Summary

  • Designates the second Saturday of May as Bird Ohio Day to recognize bird and bird habitat stewardship and conservation efforts.

  • Acknowledges Ohio's major role in bird studies and research since the 1890s and its importance as stopover habitat for millions of migratory birds.

  • Notes that bird watching generates over $30 million in annual tourism spending in northwest Ohio, particularly during the Biggest Week in American Birding Festival.

  • Encourages school districts, teachers, and nature educators to offer lessons and activities about birds, habitats, and conservation to students and citizens of all ages.

  • 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

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