H.R.9184

Local Data for Better Conservation Act

Introduced·6/8/26

Local Data for Better Conservation Act amends the Endangered Species Act to integrate state-collected data in species listing decisions.

The Local Data for Better Conservation Act amends the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to require the Secretary to accept and integrate state-collected data when determining whether to list or delist a species as threatened or endangered. This change aims to improve conservation efforts by incorporating local data into federal decisions.

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Natural Resources Committee
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History

Jun 8

House

Introduced in House

Jun 8

House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.