Initially met with mixed feelings, including criticism from founding father Benjamin Franklin, the decision was seen as a celebration of the bald eagle's recovering population and its cultural significance as a native symbol of America.
The legislation not only honors the bird's status, but also reinforces protections under the National Emblem Act of 1940, solidifying its role as a cherished emblem of the nation. As populations thrive post-2009, the signing of this bill aligns with Biden's wider legislative efforts aimed at fostering national pride and addressing contemporary issues such as campus safety.
The bald eagle is now proudly recognized as a true representation of America’s spirit, making its historic title official.
The legislation not only honors the bird's status, but also reinforces protections under the National Emblem Act of 1940, solidifying its role as a cherished emblem of the nation. As populations thrive post-2009, the signing of this bill aligns with Biden's wider legislative efforts aimed at fostering national pride and addressing contemporary issues such as campus safety.
The bald eagle is now proudly recognized as a true representation of America’s spirit, making its historic title official.
