A resolution designating November 2, 2024, as "National Bison Day".
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6382; text: CR S6375)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 851 of the 118th Congress designates November 2, 2024, as "National Bison Day." The resolution was introduced and agreed to in the Senate without amendment or objection by unanimous consent. The bill does not include additional provisions, funding, or regulatory changes. It is categorized under the policy area of Animals and is intended as a symbolic recognition day.
S.Res. 851 officially recognizes November 2, 2024, as National Bison Day, serving as a formal acknowledgment without imposing new legal or financial obligations.
- The resolution designates a specific day, November 2, 2024, as National Bison Day.
- It was passed in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments.
- The resolution contains no provisions for funding, enforcement, or regulatory changes.
['Conservation organizations focused on bison preservation', 'Agricultural and ranching communities involved with bison', 'Cultural and historical groups recognizing the significance of bison']
['No direct implementation or funding requirements are included, so no immediate costs or administrative actions are expected.', 'As a symbolic resolution, it does not establish enforcement mechanisms or policy changes.']
The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress. It reflects a non-controversial, symbolic action to recognize the importance of bison, consistent with similar commemorative resolutions. The bill status is marked as Failed / Expired, indicating it did not become a permanent or recurring designation.
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['May increase public awareness and support for bison conservation and cultural heritage.', 'Could encourage related educational or commemorative events by organizations and communities.']
The resolution is a symbolic designation without binding policy or funding implications. Transparency considerations are minimal due to the lack of substantive provisions. However, the absence of an official summary and full text limits comprehensive analysis. The bill's status as Failed / Expired indicates it did not advance beyond initial Senate approval.
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