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1 | | SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION
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2 | | WHEREAS, Invasive species come in many forms, from plants |
3 | | and animals to insects and diseases; and
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4 | | WHEREAS, Invasive species can greatly harm the ecology and |
5 | | economy of the State of Illinois; and
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6 | | WHEREAS, Invasive species can reduce productivity of |
7 | | agricultural lands, impact diversity of natural systems, |
8 | | reduce wildlife habitat, and limit recreational activities; |
9 | | and
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10 | | WHEREAS, The State of Illinois faces many challenges with |
11 | | invasive plants and animals; and
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12 | | WHEREAS, Illinois can make a significant difference in |
13 | | battling invasive species, whether through cleaning water |
14 | | craft, volunteering at workdays, choosing to purchase species |
15 | | that are not considered invasive, knowing proper disposal |
16 | | methods for bait and unwanted aquarium pets or plants, or |
17 | | controlling invasive species on their lands; and |
18 | | WHEREAS, The public's awareness and participation is key to |
19 | | reducing and eliminating invasive species in Illinois; and
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