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Nature Protection: New Compensation Rules for Damages in Refuges

This act strengthens the protection of natural areas like wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries. It allows the government to seek compensation from individuals or entities that damage natural, historical, or cultural resources within these areas. The collected funds will be used to repair damages, restore destroyed resources, or acquire equivalent ones, directly contributing to the preservation of natural heritage for future generations.
Key points
The government can now sue individuals or entities for damaging resources in wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries, including plants, animals, historical, and archaeological sites.
Compensation covers costs of repair, restoration, or acquisition of equivalent resources, as well as prevention and monitoring efforts.
Funds recovered from damages will be directly used for restoring damaged areas, without requiring further Congressional appropriation.
The act allows for accepting donations of money or services for environmental damage repair.
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Print number: 117_HR_4780
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Refuge System Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4780.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government can now sue individuals or entities for damaging resources in wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries, including plants, animals, historical, and archaeological sites.
  • Compensation covers costs of repair, restoration, or acquisition of equivalent resources, as well as prevention and monitoring efforts.
  • Funds recovered from damages will be directly used for restoring damaged areas, without requiring further Congressional appropriation.
  • The act allows for accepting donations of money or services for environmental damage repair.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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