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Local Management: Lesser Prairie Chicken Excluded from Federal Protection

This bill amends the Endangered Species Act to remove federal protection for the lesser prairie chicken in five specific states (Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado, New Mexico). This means that management decisions for this species will shift to local authorities, potentially impacting agricultural practices and land development in these regions.
Key points
The lesser prairie chicken in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado, and New Mexico will no longer be considered a federally threatened or endangered species.
Within 60 days of the bill's enactment, these populations will be removed from federal endangered species lists.
Management and conservation decisions for this species in these states will become a local responsibility, potentially affecting local land use regulations.
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Print number: 118_HR_248
Sponsor: Rep. Estes, Ron [R-KS-4]
Process start date: 2023-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Promoting Local Management of the Lesser Prairie Chicken Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_248.

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 2023-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The lesser prairie chicken in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado, and New Mexico will no longer be considered a federally threatened or endangered species.
  • Within 60 days of the bill's enactment, these populations will be removed from federal endangered species lists.
  • Management and conservation decisions for this species in these states will become a local responsibility, potentially affecting local land use regulations.
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. Estes, Ron [R-KS-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

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

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