This bill would officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States by adding it to federal law. While the bald eagle has long served as a symbol of the nation and appears on the Great Seal, government seals, military insignia, and countless other official emblems, it currently has no formal statutory designation as the national bird. The bill, introduced in June 2024 by a bipartisan group of representatives, cites the eagle's historical significance to the country, its importance to Indigenous peoples and tribal communities, and the successful conservation efforts that have recovered the species from near extinction. The legislation includes a rule stating that designating the bald eagle as the national bird cannot be used to change any existing federal policies, regulations, or management decisions. There is no funding required for this symbolic designation.
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