What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 248.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-10.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr248/BILLS-118hr248ih.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. Estes, Ron [R-KS-4].

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 248

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Local Management: Lesser Prairie Chicken Excluded from Federal Protection

Q: 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.

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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Additional Information

Promoting Local Management of the Lesser Prairie Chicken Act

Print number: HR 248

Sponsor: Rep. Estes, Ron [R-KS-4]

Process start date: 2023-01-10

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