AJR83: Joint Resolution Text

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2013 - 2014 LEGISLATURE

2013 Assembly JOINT RESOLUTION 83

January 30, 2014 - Introduced by Representatives Ballweg, Bernard Schaber, Bewley, Bies, Krug, Murtha, Nass, Ohnstad, A. Ott, Ripp, Shankland, Strachota and Tittl, cosponsored by Senators Olsen, Harsdorf, Lassa, Miller and Risser. Referred to Committee on Rules.

AJR83,1,1 Relating to: proclaiming the third week of June as Pollinator Week.

AJR83,1,3 Whereas, pollinators include birds, bats, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, wasps, and most importantly, bees; and

AJR83,1,5 Whereas, this diversity of pollinators is necessary for the maintenance of a healthy, diverse ecosystem; and

AJR83,1,7 Whereas, pollinators have an essential role in agriculture in Wisconsin, and help to produce a robust food supply; and

AJR83,1,9 Whereas, pollinators are responsible for pollinating nearly one-third of every bite of food individuals consume; and

AJR83,1,12 Whereas, it is in the strong economic interest of agricultural producers and consumers in Wisconsin as well as in the United States to help ensure a hearty, sustainable pollinator population; and

AJR83,1,14 Whereas, the honeybee is Wisconsin's state insect and plays a significant role in pollination in the state; and

AJR83,2,2 Whereas, these invaluable creatures are facing possible population declines across the United States; and

AJR83,2,5 Whereas, Pollinator Week recognizes the partnership role that pollinators play in agriculture and stable ecosystems, and increases awareness about the important role of pollinators; now, therefore, be it

AJR83,2,8 Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the Wisconsin legislature proclaim the third week of June as Pollinator Week in Wisconsin and commend this observance to all residents.

AJR83,2,9 (End)