America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024

1/3/2025, 1:23 PM
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 778.
Bill 118 hr 8811, also known as the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and enhance various conservation programs in the United States. The bill focuses on protecting and preserving the country's natural resources, wildlife habitats, and outdoor recreational opportunities.

One key aspect of the bill is the reauthorization of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, which provides funding for wetlands conservation projects across the country. This program helps to protect and restore wetlands, which are vital habitats for a wide variety of plant and animal species.

Additionally, the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024 includes provisions to enhance the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, which supports conservation efforts through public-private partnerships. The bill also aims to improve the management of invasive species, such as Asian carp, which can have a negative impact on native wildlife and ecosystems. Overall, the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024 is focused on promoting conservation and environmental stewardship in the United States. By reauthorizing and enhancing key conservation programs, the bill aims to protect the country's natural resources for future generations to enjoy.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 8811

Introduced on
2024-06-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/21/2024

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. 778.
Bill 118 hr 8811, also known as the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and enhance various conservation programs in the United States. The bill focuses on protecting and preserving the country's natural resources, wildlife habitats, and outdoor recreational opportunities.

One key aspect of the bill is the reauthorization of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, which provides funding for wetlands conservation projects across the country. This program helps to protect and restore wetlands, which are vital habitats for a wide variety of plant and animal species.

Additionally, the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024 includes provisions to enhance the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, which supports conservation efforts through public-private partnerships. The bill also aims to improve the management of invasive species, such as Asian carp, which can have a negative impact on native wildlife and ecosystems. Overall, the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024 is focused on promoting conservation and environmental stewardship in the United States. By reauthorizing and enhancing key conservation programs, the bill aims to protect the country's natural resources for future generations to enjoy.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo reauthorize the America's Conservation Enhancement Act, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Comments

APPROVED
HM
Hank Murray
@chapati_green_peppercorn_douchi48774
I can't believe this new bill, it's gonna have a big impact on me and my community. I don't think it's fair how it's gonna affect our land and resources. This bill needs to be reevaluated and changed for the better. I hope they listen to our concerns...

APPROVED
MC
Marigold Clapp
@cilantro_khmeli_suneli_clementine66491
This bill hurts us all.

APPROVED
KG
Kole Gray
@apple_mcclelland_endive81304
This bill ain't good for us. It gonna mess things up. I don't like it.

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Latest Action12/19/2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 778.