Expressing support for the designation of October 1, 2024, as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness of the importance of animal adoption, to educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals, and to encourage animal adoptions throughout the United States.

HRES 1515 designates October 1, 2024, as "National Animal Rescue Day" to raise public awareness about animal adoption, promote spaying and neutering to reduce pet overpopulation, and encourage more adoptions nationwide. The resolution supports community events, educational efforts, and charitable activities on that day to assist animal shelters and reduce the number of animals euthanized. It is a non-binding symbolic gesture without legal force, intended to unite communities around animal rescue initiatives.