HRES 833119th CongressIn Committee

Honoring the extraordinary life, leadership, and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall.

Introduced: Oct 24, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5] (D-Illinois)

Agriculture & FoodEducationEnvironment & Climate

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This House Resolution honors Dr. Jane Goodall's lifelong dedication to wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and youth education following her October 2025 passing, highlighting her groundbreaking chimpanzee research, founding of the Jane Goodall Institute and Roots and Shoots program, and community-driven TACARE initiatives across Africa.

Key Points

1Dr. Goodall pioneered long-term chimpanzee research in Tanzania starting in 1960, transforming primatology by documenting tool use and complex social behaviors previously thought exclusive to humans.
2She established the Roots and Shoots youth program in 1991, now operating in 75 countries to mobilize young people for environmental action and community service projects.
3Her TACARE initiative implements sustainable agriculture, reforestation, public health programs, and girls' education in African communities to address conservation through human development.

Impact Areas

Global wildlife conservation efforts and primate protectionYouth environmental education programs worldwideRural African communities through sustainable development initiatives

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