Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB587

Introduced
1/21/25  

Caption

To remove the lesser prairie-chicken from the lists of threatened species and endangered species published pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973 and to amend that Act to exclude the lesser prairie-chicken from the authority of that Act.

Impact

If this bill is enacted, it could significantly alter the legal status of the lesser prairie-chicken, thereby influencing conservation efforts and development policies in areas where the species is currently protected. Proponents of the bill argue that delisting the lesser prairie-chicken may stimulate local economies by reducing restrictions on land use. They believe that improved management practices can protect local agricultural interests without adversely impacting the species. Conversely, this action could lead to increased threats to the lesser prairie-chicken population, as habitat degradation from development could exacerbate their decline.

Summary

House Bill 587 aims to remove the lesser prairie-chicken from the lists of threatened and endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The bill proposes amendments that specifically exclude the lesser prairie-chicken from the Secretary's authority to classify species as threatened or endangered. The intention behind this legislation is aligned with concerns regarding both economic development and the management of land resources where the habitat of the lesser prairie-chicken is situated.

Contention

The discussion surrounding HB 587 has revealed notable contention between economic interests and environmental conservation. Supporters see it as a necessary step towards balancing land use with economic needs, while opponents worry about the long-term implications for wildlife preservation and biodiversity. Critics argue that removing such protections could set a precedent for future legislation that undermines the foundational goals of the Endangered Species Act. They emphasize the importance of conserving vulnerable species for ecological health and sustainability.

Congress_id

119-HR-587

Policy_area

Animals

Introduced_date

2025-01-21

Companion Bills

US SB171

Related bill A bill to remove the lesser prairie-chicken from the lists of threatened species and endangered species published pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, to amend that Act to exclude the lesser prairie-chicken from the authority of that Act, and for other purposes.

Previously Filed As

US HB248

Promoting Local Management of the Lesser Prairie Chicken Act This bill prohibits any population of the lesser prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado, or New Mexico from being listed as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA). The lesser prairie-chicken is a type of grouse. Currently, two distinct population segments (DPS) of the lesser prairie-chicken are listed under the ESA. The Southern DPS of the lesser prairie-chicken is listed as endangered and the Northern DPS is listed as threatened. The bill removes both populations from the list. In addition, the bill bans Interior from listing any population of the lesser prairie-chicken as endangered or threatened in the future.

US HB1142

To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to require consideration of economic impact in making a listing decision with respect to the list of threatened and endangered species, and for other purposes.

US HB99

Less Imprecision in Species Treatment Act of 2023 or the LIST Act of 2023 This bill revises the process for removing a species from the endangered or threatened species lists. A species must be removed from the endangered or threatened species lists if the Department of the Interior produces or receives substantial scientific or commercial information demonstrating that the species is recovered or that recovery goals set for the species have been met. The publication and notice of a proposed regulation to remove a species from the lists must consist solely of a notice of the removal. The bill establishes a process for removing species from the lists if they were erroneously or wrongfully listed. The bill prohibits a person from submitting a petition to list a species as a threatened or endangered species for 10 years if the person knowingly submitted a petition with information that was inaccurate beyond scientifically reasonable margins of error, fraudulent, or misrepresentative.

US HB94

American Sovereignty and Species Protection Act This bill limits the protection of endangered or threatened species to species that are native to the United States. In addition, the bill prohibits certain funding for endangered or threatened species from being used to acquire lands, waters, or other interests in foreign countries.

US HJR29

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status With Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segment".

US SB1895

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.

US SJR9

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status with Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segment".

US HB520

To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to provide that artificially propagated animals shall be treated the same under that Act as naturally propagated animals, and for other purposes.

US HR881

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Endangered Species Act of 1973.

US HB7795

ProTECT Act of 2024 Prohibiting Threatened and Endangered Creature Trophies Act of 2024

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