What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1142.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-21.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr1142/BILLS-118hr1142ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 1142

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Endangered Species Act: Economic Impact in Listing Decisions

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Economic impact, including jobs and property values, will be considered before listing a species as endangered. Significant economic harm could prevent a species from being listed, affecting local investments and services. Officials must report to Congress on delays in processing species listing petitions.

This bill changes how decisions are made about which species are considered endangered. Before a species can be listed, officials must now consider if doing so would cause significant economic harm to a state or locality. This means impacts on jobs, property values, and public services like water and power will be weighed, potentially affecting local development and resource availability.

Key points

Economic impact, including jobs and property values, will be considered before listing a species as endangered.

Significant economic harm could prevent a species from being listed, affecting local investments and services.

Officials must report to Congress on delays in processing species listing petitions.

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Additional Information

To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to require consideration of economic impact in making a listing decision with respect to the list of threatened and endangered species, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 1142

Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]

Process start date: 2023-02-21

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