Amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.

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Introduced on June 20, 2024 by Amy Klobuchar

Legislation Details

The legislation designates the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States.
It includes findings that highlight the bald eagle’s significance as a symbol of independence, strength, and freedom.
The bald eagle is noted for its unique presence in North America and its historical adoption as the Coat of Arms for the United States Great Seal in 1782.
The bald eagle serves as a prominent insignia for all branches of the U.S. military and appears on various federal government entities.
It is widely used as a logo and brand icon by businesses, nonprofit organizations, and sports teams.
The bald eagle holds spiritual significance for many Indigenous peoples and Tribal communities, featuring prominently in their cultural practices and traditions.
Festivals celebrating bald eagles are held in over 100 locations across the U.S., fostering community engagement.
The bald eagle is depicted on numerous U.S. stamps, coins, and currencies, and is a symbol on federal and state flags.
The legislation acknowledges the collaborative efforts that have contributed to the successful recovery of the bald eagle population.
It includes conforming amendments to the U.S. Code to reflect this designation and clarifies that this designation does not affect existing government policies or regulations.

Last updated 12/24/2024

The legislation designates the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States.
It includes findings that highlight the bald eagle’s significance as a symbol of independence, strength, and freedom.
The bald eagle is noted for its unique presence in North America and its historical adoption as the Coat of Arms for the United States Great Seal in 1782.
The bald eagle serves as a prominent insignia for all branches of the U.S. military and appears on various federal government entities.
It is widely used as a logo and brand icon by businesses, nonprofit organizations, and sports teams.
The bald eagle holds spiritual significance for many Indigenous peoples and Tribal communities, featuring prominently in their cultural practices and traditions.
Festivals celebrating bald eagles are held in over 100 locations across the U.S., fostering community engagement.
The bald eagle is depicted on numerous U.S. stamps, coins, and currencies, and is a symbol on federal and state flags.
The legislation acknowledges the collaborative efforts that have contributed to the successful recovery of the bald eagle population.
It includes conforming amendments to the U.S. Code to reflect this designation and clarifies that this designation does not affect existing government policies or regulations.