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CELEBRATING YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY
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HON. MATTHEW M. ROSENDALE, SR.
of montana
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Mr. ROSENDALE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Yellowstone National Park.
Signed into law in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant, Yellowstone became the first national park in the world.
As the largest intact ecosystem in North America, Yellowstone is home to a few endangered animals, and over 1,700 species of trees.
Montana is the ``Gateway to Yellowstone'' and welcomes 72 percent of guests into the park each year.
The crown jewel of the West, Yellowstone has helped to sustain businesses in Montana for decades.
Flooding at the start of June destroyed bridges, roads, and homes around Yellowstone's north entrance in Montana, hurting many businesses and families, but Montanans have shown their resilience and have bounced back stronger than ever before.
This anniversary is not only a celebration but also a reminder of the strength and dedication Montanans have shown during this difficult time.
On behalf of the state of Montana, I would like to thank the National Park Service for their efforts to protect the environment and communities that make up the greatest national park in the country.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 120(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 120(2)
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