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Gray Wolf Federal Protection Ends: Management Shifts to States.

This bill mandates the immediate removal of the gray wolf from the endangered species list, ending federal protective regulations. This action transfers management authority, including decisions on hunting and population control, back to state and tribal governments. Crucially, this specific delisting decision cannot be challenged in court.
Key points
The gray wolf loses its endangered species status, lifting federal restrictions on its management and protection.
State and tribal authorities gain full control over wolf population management, impacting local agriculture and hunting regulations.
The reissuance of this delisting rule is explicitly protected from judicial review.
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Print number: 118_S_1895
Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI]
Process start date: 2023-06-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to reissue a final rule removing the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened wildlife under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1895.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The gray wolf loses its endangered species status, lifting federal restrictions on its management and protection.
  • State and tribal authorities gain full control over wolf population management, impacting local agriculture and hunting regulations.
  • The reissuance of this delisting rule is explicitly protected from judicial review.
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. Johnson, Ron [R-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 2025-12-26.

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Environment