To create dedicated funds to conserve butterflies in North America, plants in the Pacific Islands, freshwater mussels in the United States, and desert fish in the Southwest United States, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · May 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
This bill establishes competitive federal grant programs to support conservation efforts for four categories of endangered species across North America: butterflies, Pacific island plants, freshwater mussels, and southwestern desert fish. The Secretary of the Interior will distribute multiyear funding to eligible applicants including state agencies, tribes, nonprofits, and research institutions—but not federal agencies as lead recipients—based on detailed project proposals that demonstrate expertise, stakeholder engagement, matching funds, and long-term sustainability plans. Application review periods range from 30 to 180 days depending on the program, with the Secretary having authority to prioritize high-priority projects and waive certain requirements as needed. The bill requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the Southwest Desert Fish Conservation Fund's activities, finances, and progress on species recovery. Overall, the legislation aims to prevent species extinction by providing dedicated funding mechanisms and clear processes for supporting conservation work on the ground.
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