America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act

1/16/2025, 5:26 AM
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 754.
Bill 118 hr 7408, also known as the America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of protecting and conserving wildlife habitats across the country. The bill focuses on preserving and enhancing habitats for a wide range of species, including birds, mammals, fish, and other wildlife.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for conservation projects that aim to protect and restore wildlife habitats. These grants will be awarded to state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and other entities that are actively working to conserve wildlife habitats.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies in order to coordinate conservation efforts more effectively. This includes the development of comprehensive wildlife habitat conservation plans that take into account the needs of various species and ecosystems. Overall, the America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act is aimed at promoting the conservation and protection of wildlife habitats across the United States. By providing funding and support for conservation projects, the bill seeks to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of the country’s diverse wildlife populations.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 7408

Introduced on
2024-02-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/20/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 754.
Bill 118 hr 7408, also known as the America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of protecting and conserving wildlife habitats across the country. The bill focuses on preserving and enhancing habitats for a wide range of species, including birds, mammals, fish, and other wildlife.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for conservation projects that aim to protect and restore wildlife habitats. These grants will be awarded to state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and other entities that are actively working to conserve wildlife habitats.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies in order to coordinate conservation efforts more effectively. This includes the development of comprehensive wildlife habitat conservation plans that take into account the needs of various species and ecosystems. Overall, the America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act is aimed at promoting the conservation and protection of wildlife habitats across the United States. By providing funding and support for conservation projects, the bill seeks to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of the country’s diverse wildlife populations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act to make supplemental funds available for management of fish and wildlife species of greatest conservation need as determined by State fish and wildlife agencies, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Comments

APPROVED
RS
Raelyn Sanchez
@hubbard_squash_long_pepper_kiwi_fruit22525
I don't like this new bill about wildlife conservation. It will affect my land in OH. How will this bill impact me in the short term?

APPROVED
IH
Ismael Henson
@speyburn_green_bean_brazilian_pepper46814
This bill help save animals homes. Why anyone not like that?

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/18/2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 754.