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This resolution supports designating March 15, 2025, as "National Osceola Turkey Day" to celebrate the unique Osceola wild turkey subspecies, which is found exclusively in peninsular Florida and is considered one of the most challenging wild turkey species to hunt. The resolution highlights the cultural and economic significance of wild turkeys in the United States, noting that turkey hunters spend approximately $76.9 million annually and generate $128.7 million in economic impact. It emphasizes Florida's rich history of wild turkey hunting and conservation, particularly through the Wild Turkey Cost Share Program, which has supported habitat management for nearly 1 million acres since 1994. The resolution specifically recognizes the Osceola turkey as one of five wild turkey subspecies in North America, existing only in Florida, and points out that hunters seeking a "Grand Slam" of turkey hunting must hunt in Florida to complete their quest. By supporting this designation, the House of Representatives encourages Americans to recognize and celebrate the unique characteristics of the Osceola wild turkey through appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/215/all-info