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To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to provide that artificially propagated animals shall be treated the same under that Act as naturally propagated animals, and for other purposes.
1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Summary of Bill HR 181
The bill recognizes the importance of artificial propagation in conservation efforts and seeks to level the playing field for these animals. By treating artificially propagated animals the same as naturally propagated animals, the bill aims to encourage and support efforts to breed and reintroduce endangered species back into their natural habitats.
In addition to addressing the treatment of artificially propagated animals, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the Endangered Species Act. These additional purposes may include clarifications, updates, or improvements to the existing legislation to better protect and conserve endangered species. Overall, Bill 119 HR 181 seeks to strengthen the Endangered Species Act by ensuring that all animals, whether naturally or artificially propagated, receive equal protection and support in conservation efforts. This bill reflects a bipartisan effort to improve the effectiveness of the Endangered Species Act and promote the conservation of endangered species in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 181
This bill requires naturally propagated animals (i.e., wild animals) and artificially propagated animals to be treated the same under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA).
Specifically, distinctions between naturally propagated animals and artificially propagated animals may not be made when the federal government makes determinations under the ESA, such as determinations to designate endangered species, threatened species, or critical habitats.
In addition, the bill requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service to authorize the use of artificial propagation of animals of a species when mitigation is required under the ESA.
This bill applies to all endangered or threatened species regardless of when they were listed as endangered or threatened.
