HR. 65In Committee
Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act
Exempts defense-related operations from key Endangered Species Act restrictions, including critical habitat designations and certain harms to listed species tied to military activities
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Exempts defense-related operations from key Endangered Species Act restrictions, including critical habitat designations and certain harms to listed species tied to military activities
Key points
- Prohibit critical habitat designations
- Exempt military operations from ESA prohibitions
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedEndangered and threatened speciesEnvironmental ProtectionMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentWildlife conservation and habitat protection