To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Summary
This legislation aims to reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program through fiscal year 2031. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, this program provides a specialized curriculum for students from kindergarten through high school that integrates science and art to teach the importance of protecting wetlands and waterfowl. If enacted, the bill would ensure the continued operation of this educational initiative for several more years.
A key feature of the program is an annual national art competition where students submit original drawings of ducks or geese. The winning design is used to create the official Junior Duck Stamp, which is sold to the public. The revenue generated from these sales would continue to fund environmental education activities, awards, and scholarships for participating students. By extending the program, the bill seeks to maintain a self-sustaining model for engaging young citizens in wildlife conservation efforts.