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HR 96

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Wildlife Rehabilitators Appreciation Week

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brett Geymann

Louisiana designates an annual Wildlife Rehabilitators Appreciation Week to honor professionals treating injured and orphaned wild animals statewide.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 96

Legislative bill overview

HR 96 designates a specific week in Louisiana as "Wildlife Rehabilitators Appreciation Week" to recognize and honor the work of wildlife rehabilitators in the state. This is a ceremonial resolution that establishes an official observance without creating new laws or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

Wildlife rehabilitators provide essential services by treating injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals, supporting both animal welfare and ecosystem health. Official recognition can increase public awareness of their work, potentially boosting volunteer recruitment and community support for rehabilitation programs and funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation debate: Some may question whether legislative time spent on ceremonial resolutions could be better used for substantive policy issues
  • Lack of concrete support: The resolution is symbolic rather than providing direct funding or legal protections for rehabilitators
  • Selection criteria ambiguity: No specification of which week qualifies or how the designation will be promoted and enforced annually

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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