Removing Grizzly Bears from Endangered Species List in Lower 48 States.
This Act mandates the removal of the grizzly bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) in the contiguous lower 48 States from the federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife within two years. This change lifts federal protections under the Endangered Species Act, potentially affecting land management, development, and state hunting regulations in areas where grizzlies live. The stated goal is to prioritize federal conservation resources for species in greater need of protection.
Key points
End of Federal Protection: The grizzly bear in the lower 48 contiguous states must be removed from the endangered species list within 2 years.
Land Management Impact: Lifting the protection may alter rules for federal and state land use in grizzly habitats, potentially easing development or other activities.
No Judicial Review: The decision to delist the grizzly bear under this Act will not be subject to judicial review.
Future Listing Criteria: If a distinct population segment of the grizzly bear is listed again in the future, the Secretary must identify objective, measurable criteria for its eventual removal from the list.
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