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

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

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedEndangered and threatened speciesEnvironmental ProtectionMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentWildlife conservation and habitat protection