National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2024

Record date · September 27, 2024

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What This Bill Does

President Biden issued a proclamation designating September 28, 2024, as National Hunting and Fishing Day. The document highlights the administration's conservation goals, including the 'America the Beautiful' initiative and recent expansions of land access for hunting and fishing.

Why it matters

This proclamation outlines the administration's current policy priorities regarding public land management, conservation goals, and outdoor recreation access.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Tribal Nations

The administration commits to upholding treaty and subsistence responsibilities related to hunting and fishing activities.

Directly affected

Hunters and Anglers

Federal agencies are tasked with improving access to public lands and waters for these activities.

Key Facts

September 28, 2024, is officially proclaimed as National Hunting and Fishing Day.
The administration has a goal to conserve 30 percent of U.S. lands and waters by 2030.
The President approved a 2-million-acre expansion of land available for hunting and fishing within the national wildlife refuge system.
The Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation was established to increase access to outdoor activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this proclamation change for hunters and anglers?

The document notes the administration has approved a 2-million-acre expansion of land available for hunting and fishing within the national wildlife refuge system.

What is the 'America the Beautiful' initiative?

It is an initiative supported by the administration to promote locally led, voluntary conservation and restoration efforts across the country.

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