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Endangered Species Protection: Codifying Regulations for Wildlife and Plants.

This bill aims to make existing regulations on endangered species protection and critical habitat designation into law. This means the rules about which animals and plants are protected and where they can live will become permanent law, potentially affecting land development and construction projects near such areas.
Key points
Existing rules for protecting endangered wildlife and plants, and their habitats, will become permanent law.
This change may impact land use planning and development projects in areas where protected species are found.
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Print number: 117_HR_5740
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2021-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To codify certain regulations relating to endangered species and threatened species listing and critical habitat designation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5740.

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 2021-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Existing rules for protecting endangered wildlife and plants, and their habitats, will become permanent law.
  • This change may impact land use planning and development projects in areas where protected species are found.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

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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