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Removing Federal Protections for Gray Wolves in Great Lakes Region

This bill requires the Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to update a monitoring plan and subsequently issue a rule delisting the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act in the Northern Great Lakes Region (Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan). It also establishes an advisory committee composed of federal, state, and tribal representatives to consult on this process.
Key points
Mandates the delisting of the Gray Wolf in the Northern Great Lakes Region under the Endangered Species Act.
Requires the update of the Post-delisting Monitoring Plan within one year of enactment.
Establishes an advisory committee to consult on the plan update and the delisting rule.
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Print number: 118_S_1788
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2023-06-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to update the Post-delisting Monitoring Plan for the Western Great Lakes Distinct Population Segment of the Gray Wolf, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1788.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates the delisting of the Gray Wolf in the Northern Great Lakes Region under the Endangered Species Act.
  • Requires the update of the Post-delisting Monitoring Plan within one year of enactment.
  • Establishes an advisory committee to consult on the plan update and the delisting rule.
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 Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment