Key Legislative Federal Hearing on Wildlife Management
A pivotal federal hearing on March 25, 2025, put the future of wildlife management squarely in the spotlight. The House Committee on Natural Resources examined four major bills that could reshape conservation policy nationwide, including H.R. 845, the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025. Central to the debate was whether gray wolves should remain protected under the Endangered Species Act or be delisted and returned to state management. Hunter Nation testified in support of science-based, state-led conservation, emphasizing that wolf populations have exceeded recovery goals for decades. The hearing marked a critical step toward restoring local control and accountability in wildlife management.
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