Bills · HRES 215
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 215BirdsCommemorative events and holidays
Supporting the designation of March 15, 2025, as "National Osceola Turkey Day".
INTRO MAR 11· LAST ACTION MAR 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a symbolic recognition of a specific wild turkey subspecies and its cultural and economic significance, particularly for Florida. If this resolution passes, it would formally acknowledge the contributions of turkey hunting to conservation efforts, highlight the Osceola turkey's unique place in North American wildlife, and potentially boost awareness for Florida's outdoor tourism and conservation programs.
If this resolution does not pass, March 15, 2025, would not be officially supported by the House of Representatives as "National Osceola Turkey Day." The practical impact would be minimal as it does not change any laws or funding, but it would mean a missed opportunity for this specific symbolic recognition. For voters, it highlights how Congress can use resolutions to acknowledge cultural traditions, support specific industries (like hunting tourism), and draw attention to regional wildlife.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The House of Representatives expresses its support for designating March 15, 2025, as "National Osceola Turkey Day."
This is the central action of the resolution, providing symbolic national recognition for a specific wild turkey subspecies.
PROVISION 02
The resolution encourages people across the United States to observe "National Osceola Turkey Day" with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
This aims to promote public awareness and participation in celebrating the Osceola turkey and related traditions.
PROVISION 03
The resolution highlights the economic impact of turkey hunting, noting that hunters spend significant amounts annually with substantial economic contributions.
This brings attention to the financial contributions of hunters to wildlife management and the broader economy.
PROVISION 04
It recognizes Florida's unique role and history in wild turkey hunting, management, and research, including its Wild Turkey Cost Share Program.
This highlights the specific regional importance and conservation efforts related to this unique subspecies.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 6
R· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
15
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 33%
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 11
Submitted in House
MAR 11
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 215
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 11, 2025
Last actionMar 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025
House Res.HRES 215BirdsCommemorative events and holidays
Supporting the designation of March 15, 2025, as "National Osceola Turkey Day".
INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 11, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
6
COMPLEXITY
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