Native Species Protection Act

Hozzl · 2024-04-06T08:08:16Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3963 Native Species Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/6/2024, 8:08 AM

Summary of Bill S 3963

Bill 118 s 3963, also known as the Native Species Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect and preserve native species of plants and animals in the United States.

The bill includes provisions that would establish a national database of native species, as well as create a task force to monitor and assess the status of these species. It also aims to increase funding for conservation efforts and research related to native species.

Additionally, the Native Species Protection Act would require federal agencies to consider the impact on native species when making decisions about land use and development. It would also provide incentives for private landowners to participate in conservation efforts. Overall, the bill seeks to promote the conservation and protection of native species in the United States, in order to maintain biodiversity and ensure the long-term health of ecosystems. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to address the threats facing native species, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on land use and development.

Congressional Summary of S 3963

Native Species Protection Act

This bill prohibits an intrastate species from being subject to (1) regulation governing the protection of endangered or threatened species, or (2) provisions of law under which regulatory authority is based on the power of Congress to regulate interstate commerce under the Commerce Clause.

An intrastate species is any species of plant or fish or wildlife that is found entirely within the borders of a single state and is not part of a national market for any commodity.

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Current Status of Bill S 3963

Bill S 3963 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2024. Bill S 3963 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 14, 2024. Bill S 3963's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of March 14, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3963

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Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3963

Native Species Protection ActNative Species Protection ActA bill to clarify that noncommercial species found entirely within the borders of a single State are not in interstate commerce or subject to regulation under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 or any other provision of law enacted as an exercise of the power of Congress to regulate interstate commerce.A bill to clarify that noncommercial species found entirely within the borders of a single State are not in interstate commerce or subject to regulation under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 or any other provision of law enacted as an exercise of the power of Congress to regulate interstate commerce.

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