Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge.

HRES 822 is a symbolic House resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge's 1943 establishment. It recognizes the refuge's ecological importance (protecting 6,729 acres including habitats for over 200 bird species and 13 bumblebee species) and cultural significance to the Western Abenaki people. The resolution formally resolves to support the National Wildlife Refuge System by advocating for adequate funding and staffing to maintain conservation and public access. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding policy changes but highlights the refuge's role in biodiversity, climate resilience, and Vermont's outdoor recreation economy.