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House Resolution to Recognize May 15, 2026, as Endangered Species Day

Original title: Supporting the designation of May 15, 2026, as "Endangered Species Day".

May 15, 2026

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Last action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.May 15, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This serves as a formal statement of Congressional support for existing federal conservation policies and does not change current laws or funding levels.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Tribal, indigenous, and Native Alaskan communities

The resolution formally acknowledges their role in species conservation and the use of traditional ecological knowledge.

Wildlife-related tourism and recreational industries

The resolution recognizes these industries as contributors to economic growth and job creation.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This expresses support for designating May 15, 2026, as 'Endangered Species Day' to highlight the importance of wildlife conservation and the Endangered Species Act.

Key Facts

The resolution designates May 15, 2026, as 'Endangered Species Day'.
The resolution formally recognizes the Endangered Species Act of 1973 as a successful tool for preventing the extinction of 99 percent of listed species.
The document cites that over 2,300 species are currently recognized as at risk of extinction globally.
The resolution acknowledges the role of Tribal, indigenous, and Native Alaskan communities in species conservation.
The resolution highlights the economic impact of wildlife-related tourism and recreation on American jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change the Endangered Species Act?

No, this is a non-binding that expresses support for the designation of a commemorative day and acknowledges the importance of the Act; it does not amend or change the law.

What is the purpose of Endangered Species Day?

According to the , the day is intended to celebrate the recovery of species and acknowledge the ongoing importance of conservation measures.

Why It Matters

This serves as a formal statement of Congressional support for existing federal conservation policies and does not change current laws or funding levels.

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Continued Legislative Support

The resolution reinforces the long-standing federal commitment to the Endangered Species Act of 1973 by citing specific success statistics.

Endangered Species Act of 1973

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Natural Resources“The House committee to which the resolution was referred.”Map →

personMr. Beyer“Co-sponsor of the resolution.”Map →

personMrs. Dingell“Primary sponsor of the resolution.”Map →

personMr. Buchanan“Co-sponsor of the resolution.”Map →

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