Bill · S.Res. 647· Senate(119-SRES-647)
A resolution designating March 21, 2026, as "National Osceola Turkey Day".
- Introduced
- 3/17/2026
- Last activity
- 3/27/2026 — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1690)
- Sponsored by
- Rick Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates March 21, 2026, as "National Osceola Turkey Day." It aims to recognize the historical and cultural importance of the wild turkey in the United States. The text highlights the economic impact of turkey hunting and the specific importance of the Osceola subspecies found in Florida. Additionally, the resolution notes the role of habitat management through the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program. Finally, it encourages the American people to observe this designated day with appropriate activities and ceremonies.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
The bill notes the success of the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program in maintaining upland habitats.
Would gun owners be better off under this?+2
The resolution celebrates hunting traditions and the economic importance of hunters.
Would business owners be better off under this?+1
The bill acknowledges the significant economic impact and revenue generated by hunting-related activities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Cultural and Historical Recognition: The resolution recognizes wild turkey as an important part of United States history and family traditions, such as Thanksgiving. (Whereas clauses)
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Economic Impact: The text notes that turkey hunters have spent approximately $76,900,000 per year since 1985, creating an economic impact of $128,700,000 annually. (Whereas clauses)
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Habitat Maintenance: Through the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, upwards of 1,000,000 acres of upland habitat have received funding for management efforts. (Whereas clauses)
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Conservation Funding: Revenue from the sale of wild turkey permits in Florida is used for the conservation, research, and management of wild turkeys and the promotion of hunting's cultural heritage. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Gun Owners+2Good For Business Owners+1Good For Rural Residents+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Rural Development+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+1Increases Job Creation+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Social Security+1
- 3/27/2026
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1690)
- 3/17/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1095)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Ashley MoodyRepublican · Florida