Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 9, 2023)
Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act
This bill establishes exemptions from the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA) for defense-related purposes.
Specifically, the bill establishes exemptions from the ESA for (1) operations related to national defense, and (2) military personnel engaged in such operations. For example, the bill allows such personnel to take (e.g., harm or kill) endangered or threatened species.
In addition, the bill expands restrictions on the Department of the Interior designating defense-related areas as critical habitat. It also exempts the Department of Defense from certain requirements to consult with Interior about critical habitats.
What just happenedFeb 21, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 9, 2023
- Feb 21, 2023Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries.
Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee - Jan 9, 2023IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Natural Resources Committee - Jan 9, 2023IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 9, 2023IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House