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H.R. 1897 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026

ESA Amendments Act of 2025

H.R. 1897 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Mar 6, 2025, sponsored by Bruce Westerman with 26 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 6, 2025
Co-sponsors
26
Policy area
Environmental Protection

What it does

ESA Amendments Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 the Endangered Species Act and generally narrows protections provided under the act. The bill directs the Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service to submit a National Listing Work Plan that establishes a five-year schedule and plan for addressing listing of endangered or threatened species and designation of critical habitats for such…

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Bruce Westerman (R-AR). Co-sponsors: 26 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 6, 2025
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1189 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897 and H.R. 5587. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, (Apr 20, 2026)

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