What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4939.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr4939/BILLS-118hr4939ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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 House Committee on Natural Resources.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4939

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Livestock Protection: Authorization to Take Crested Caracaras.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Livestock producers and their employees are legally allowed to remove crested caracaras that are attacking or reasonably expected to attack livestock. The law creates an exception to the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act regarding the protection of this specific bird species when livestock is threatened. Those who utilize this authority must submit an annual report to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service detailing the number of birds taken.

This law grants livestock producers and their employees the authority to capture, disperse, or kill crested caracaras if these birds pose a threat to their livestock. This action is permitted despite the protections usually afforded by the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The goal is to safeguard farmers' livelihoods and protect their animals from predation.

Key points

Livestock producers and their employees are legally allowed to remove crested caracaras that are attacking or reasonably expected to attack livestock.

The law creates an exception to the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act regarding the protection of this specific bird species when livestock is threatened.

Those who utilize this authority must submit an annual report to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service detailing the number of birds taken.

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Additional Information

To authorize livestock producers and their employees to take crested caracaras in order to prevent the death of or injury or destruction to livestock, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 4939

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

Process start date: 2023-07-26

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