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Endangered Species Act Exemption Bill
Recent Bills/Endangered Species Act Exemption Bill

Endangered Species Act Exemption Bill

IntroducedJune 9, 2025
In Committee1 year ago
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In the House Natural Resources Committee.
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Why This Matters

This bill changes how the Endangered Species Act handles exemptions for federal projects that may harm endangered species. It allows quicker approvals when national security or significant economic impacts are at stake.

If you work for a federal agency or a business that needs to act quickly, this bill could speed up your project approvals.
Who this affects
Federal agencies · Businesses
What this bill changes
  1. 1This bill allows federal agencies to apply for exemptions under the Endangered Species Act.
  2. 2Exemptions can be granted if actions threaten national security or cause major economic harm.
  3. 3The Secretary of the Interior will review exemption applications with input from national security and economic experts.

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IntroducedCurrentJun 9, 2025

In the House Natural Resources Committee.

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