Senate Resolution No. 1469 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 5, 2022, as Bird Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 5, 2022, as Bird Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Bird Day; and WHEREAS, On January 5th, nature lovers, bird lovers, and bird watchers across the country annually recognize National Bird Day to bring attention to the plight of our feathered friends, particularly birds that are not native to the United States and are captive; and WHEREAS, In 2002, Born Free USA in coordination with the Avian Welfare Coalition launched the first annual National Bird Day to promote avian awareness; and WHEREAS, Born Free USA emphasizes the importance of National Bird Day andlists it as a day to shine a spotlight on issues critical to theprotection and survival of birds, both captive and wild; and WHEREAS, According to Born Free USA, nearly 12 percent of the world's almost 10,000 bird species are in danger of extinction; and WHEREAS, Today, over half a million avian admirers celebrate National Bird Day through a bevy of activities, including bird-watching, studying birds, educating others, and other bird-related activities; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, a particularly important National Bird Day activity is bird adoption; according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, many bird enthusiasts celebrate by adopting birds on this day and educating future bird owners about the special issues involved with taking care of birds; and WHEREAS, National Bird Day is a time to take a few moments out of your day to appreciate the beauty and the diversity of these amazing animals; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 5, 2022, as Bird Day in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York.