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S.Res.221 / 111th Congress

A resolution expressing support for the goals and ideals of the first annual National Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Day taking place on September 26, 2009.

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7891)

Official summary

Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Jul 22, 2009

Supports the goals of a National Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Day to be held annually in coordination with the Secretary of Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture.

Recognizes that creating a successful adoption model for wild horses and burros is consistent with federal law commonly known as "Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act" and beneficial to the long-term interests of the people of the United States in protecting wild horses and burros.

Encourages citizens of the United States to adopt a wild horse or burro so as to own a living symbol of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West.

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Who introduced it

Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] · D–NV

Committees

  • Energy and Natural Resources Committee
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  1. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7891)

  2. Introduced in Senate

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