HRES 220
112th Congress
House
Animals
Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness, educate humans of the importance of adoption, and create a humane environment for any pet, including the importance of spaying and neutering of animals, and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.
Introduced: April 12, 2011
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Apr 12, 2011
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Apr 12, 2011
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Supports the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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