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Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1185
The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1185, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect and preserve access to public lands for hunters and anglers.
The bill includes provisions that aim to ensure that public lands remain open for hunting and fishing activities. It also seeks to address issues related to access to public lands, such as restrictions on hunting and fishing areas, and the maintenance of wildlife habitats.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote conservation efforts and sustainable management of natural resources. This includes provisions for the protection of wildlife populations and habitats, as well as the promotion of responsible hunting and fishing practices. Overall, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023 is aimed at preserving the rights and opportunities for hunters and anglers to enjoy their recreational activities on public lands, while also promoting conservation and sustainable management of natural resources.
The bill includes provisions that aim to ensure that public lands remain open for hunting and fishing activities. It also seeks to address issues related to access to public lands, such as restrictions on hunting and fishing areas, and the maintenance of wildlife habitats.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote conservation efforts and sustainable management of natural resources. This includes provisions for the protection of wildlife populations and habitats, as well as the promotion of responsible hunting and fishing practices. Overall, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023 is aimed at preserving the rights and opportunities for hunters and anglers to enjoy their recreational activities on public lands, while also promoting conservation and sustainable management of natural resources.
Congressional Summary of S 1185
Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023
This bill bars the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture from prohibiting or regulating the use of lead ammunition or tackle on federal land or water that is under the jurisdiction of such departments and made available for hunting or fishing. The bill makes exceptions for specified existing regulations and where the applicable department determines that a decline in wildlife population at the specific unit of federal land or water is primarily caused by the use of lead in ammunition or tackle, based on the field data from such unit, and the state approves the regulations.
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Current Status of Bill S 1185
Bill S 1185 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2023. Bill S 1185 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 18, 2023. Bill S 1185's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of April 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1185
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
56Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
54Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1185
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Hunting and fishing
- Land use and conservation
- Metals
- Wildlife conservation and habitat protection
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1185
Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023
Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023
A bill to prohibit the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting the use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1185
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