H597

Adopt Osprey as State Raptor

Chamber Passed·5/8/25

Adopts the osprey as the official raptor of North Carolina.

This bill designates the osprey as the official raptor of North Carolina. The osprey, known for its unique fishing habits and resilience, is a fitting symbol for the state. The legislation highlights the bird's significance as an environmental indicator and its increasing population since the 1960s. The osprey's distinctive features and nesting habits make it easily recognizable and observable.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 111–0 · May 8, 2025
Current
Rules and Operations of the Senate Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Second Reading

111 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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7 Absent

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Calendar

May 7, 2025

8:30 AM

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Hearing

May 7, 2025

8:30 AM

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Hearing

History

May 8, 2025

Senate

Special Message Received From House

May 8, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

May 8, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate