# National Wildlife Refuge Week Resolution

This is a simple resolution that designates the week starting October 8, 2023, as "National Wildlife Refuge Week" across the United States. That's it—there's no complex policy change or new law being created here.

What this means in practical terms is that Congress is officially recognizing and celebrating the nation's wildlife refuges during that specific week. Wildlife refuges are protected areas of land and water managed by the federal government where animals and plants can live safely, away from hunting or development. These refuges serve as homes for everything from migratory birds to endangered species, and they're also places where regular people can visit to hike, bird-watch, and enjoy nature.

The resolution is essentially a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about these refuges and their importance. It doesn't create any new rules, funding, or restrictions—it just puts an official spotlight on these natural areas for seven days. If you visit a national wildlife refuge during that week, you might see special events or educational programs, but this resolution itself doesn't require any specific actions or changes to how refuges operate. It's Congress's way of saying these places matter and deserve public attention.

A resolution designating the week beginning on October 8, 2023, as "National Wildlife Refuge Week".

Coons, Christopher A.

This resolution designates the week beginning on October 8, 2023, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.The resolution acknowledges the importance of national wildlife refuges for their recreational opportunities and contribution to local economies.Finally, the resolution reaffirms the support of the Senate for wildlife conservation and the National Wildlife Refuge System.