The White House announced on Christmas Eve that President Joe Biden had signed a bill officially designating the bald eagle as the national bird.

billSigned Monday after unanimous approval by Congress, it amends Chapter 36 of the United States Code to officially designate the Predator as one of the national symbols of the United States.

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President Joe Biden signed a bill Monday designating the bald eagle as the national bird. (Brandon Bell)

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Bald eagle, seen in big seal The United States has had its own holiday since 1782 protection lawTechnically, it has never been awarded the title of “national bird.”

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However, it is designated as the national emblem united states congress 1782, according to United States Government. In addition to appearing on the Great Seal, it appears on official documents, presidential flags, military insignia, and currency.

The bald eagle is a raptor found in North America. (adventure_photo)

A document previously released by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs virginia state government Incorrectly labeling this bird as national bird.

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“Thanks to Senators Klobuchar, Loomis, Mullin, and Smith, and Representatives Finstad, Craig, and Emmer for their leadership,” the White House wrote in a statement Tuesday announcing the bill’s signing.