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Extinction Prevention Act: Dedicated Funds for Butterfly, Plant, Mussel, and Fish Conservation.

This Act establishes four new, dedicated funds to finance projects aimed at saving endangered species across North America and the US. Citizens, non-profit organizations, and state agencies can apply for competitive grants to protect butterflies, Pacific Island plants, freshwater mussels, and desert fish. This initiative secures consistent funding for environmental conservation, crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems like clean water and pollination.
Key points
Establishes four separate conservation funds (Butterflies, Pacific Plants, Freshwater Mussels, Desert Fish) authorized for $5 million each annually through 2029.
Allows organizations and agencies to apply for competitive grants to implement projects focused on recovering threatened and endangered species.
Priority is given to projects that secure matching funds and demonstrate a commitment to effective, long-term conservation efforts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1708
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2023-05-18