Manage our Wolves Act

Bill 115 hr 6784, also known as the Manage our Wolves Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to remove the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. This would effectively delist the gray wolf and allow states to manage their wolf populations without federal oversight.

Proponents of the bill argue that the gray wolf population has recovered significantly since being listed as endangered in the 1970s, and that states should have the authority to manage their own wildlife populations. They believe that delisting the gray wolf will help reduce conflicts between wolves and livestock, as well as give states more flexibility in managing their ecosystems.

Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the gray wolf population is still vulnerable and that removing federal protections could lead to a decline in wolf populations. They are concerned that states may not have the resources or the incentive to properly manage wolf populations, leading to potential conflicts and a decrease in genetic diversity among wolf populations. Overall, the Manage our Wolves Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between conservation efforts and state management of wildlife populations. It will be important for Congress to carefully consider the potential impacts of delisting the gray wolf before making a decision on this bill.