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Florida Lawmakers Propose Flamingo as New State Bird

1/6/2025

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Florida lawmakers are on the verge of a bold change, proposing to swap the beloved mockingbird, a symbol since 1927, for the vibrant American flamingo. Additionally, the Florida scrub-jay could earn the title of state songbird. Rep. Jim Mooney is championing this initiative with proposal HB 81 as the 2025 legislative session approaches, despite past attempts falling short.

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Story summary

Florida lawmakers are on the verge of a bold change, proposing to swap the beloved mockingbird, a symbol since 1927, for the vibrant American flamingo. Additionally, the Florida scrub-jay could earn the title of state songbird. Rep. Jim Mooney is championing this initiative with proposal HB 81 as the 2025 legislative session approaches, despite past attempts falling short.