Supporting the designation of May 16, 2025, as "Endangered Species Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating May 16, 2025, as "Endangered Species Day" to highlight the critical importance of plants and wildlife. It acknowledges the global biodiversity crisis, with thousands of species facing extinction, and recognizes the invaluable services these species provide to humankind. The resolution celebrates the significant achievements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 , which has successfully prevented the extinction of 99 percent of species designated as threatened or endangered. It emphasizes the Act's continued importance, alongside other conservation measures, in safeguarding at-risk species and addressing the ongoing biodiversity crisis, including the vital role of Tribal and indigenous communities in these efforts.