National Bison Legacy Act - Wikipedia
The National Bison Legacy Act (H.R. 2908) was signed and enacted into United States law on May 9, 2016, by President Barack Obama. The act designated the bison as the official national mammal.
National Bison Legacy Act - GovInfo
Apr 30, 2016 · Bill passed by Congress adopting the bison as the national mammal of the United States. President Obama signed the National Bison Legacy Act into law on Monday, May 9. Find links to the enrolled bill version below.
This Act may be cited as the ‘‘National Bison Legacy Act’’. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that— (1) bison are considered a historical symbol of the United States; (2) bison were integrally linked with the economic and spiritual lives of many …
Bison Declared National Mammal of the US After President Obama …
May 9, 2016 · While the bald eagle may be the national bird of the U.S., President Obama today officially made the bison the official mammal of the United States by signing the National Bison Legacy Act into law.
H.R.2908 - National Bison Legacy Act 114th Congress (2015-2016)
Jun 25, 2015 · Text for H.R.2908 - 114th Congress (2015-2016): National Bison Legacy Act
It’s Official: President Obama Designates Bison as National Mammal
May 10, 2016 · The bison, once nearly extinct, has officially joined the bald eagle as a national symbol: The National Bison Legacy Act, designating the iconic animal as the U.S.’s national mammal, is now law. With zero fanfare, President Barack Obama on May 9 signed the bill that had received congressional support on both sides of the aisle.
President Obama signs bill declaring the bison the national …
May 9, 2016 · President Obama signed the National Bison Legacy Act into law Monday, two weeks after both houses of Congress approved the bill by what appeared to be unanimous voice votes.
H.R.2908 - National Bison Legacy Act - Congress.gov
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the “National Bison Legacy Act”. SEC. 2. Findings. Congress finds that— (1) bison are considered a historical symbol of the United States;
Obama signs legislation designating bison as national mammal
May 9, 2016 · WASHINGTON (AP) — The bison has become the official national mammal of the United States under legislation signed into law by President Barack Obama on Monday. Lawmakers spearheading the effort say the once nearly extinct icon deserves the elevated stature because of its economic and cultural significance in the nation’s history.
The Bison Is Now the Official Mammal of the United States
May 9, 2016 · One of North America’s most steadfast species is getting its due. After years of campaigning by conservationists, President Obama just signed the National Bison Legacy Act into law, making...
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