HR. 556In Committee
Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act
Bars federal land and wildlife agencies from restricting lead ammunition or tackle on federal lands and waters except in limited wildlife decline cases and under certain existing rules
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Bars federal land and wildlife agencies from restricting lead ammunition or tackle on federal lands and waters except in limited wildlife decline cases and under certain existing rules
Key points
- Prohibit lead use restrictions
- Allow specified existing regulations
- Allow unit specific lead controls
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-03-19 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHunting and fishingLand use and conservationMetalsPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesWildlife conservation and habitat protection