Recent Federal Bills

Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.

would prohibit treatment of gray wolves in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan as endangered species.

would amend the tax code to make the special rule for qualified conservation contributions permanent. 

would supplement the Secretary of the Army's existing authorities to review the operations of reservoirs.

would provide for conservation, enhanced recreation opportunities, and development of renewable energy in the California Desert Conservation Area.

would authorize the approval of natural gas pipelines, establish deadlines and expedite permits for certain natural gas gathering lines on federal and Indian land.

would amend the Regulatory Flexibility Act to ensure the complete analysis of rulemakings' potential impacts on small entities.

would designate a peak in Nevada as Maude Frazier Mountain.

would revise the route of the North Country National Scenic Trail in northeastern Minnesota and extend the trail into Vermont to connect with the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.

would authorize FEMA to waive certain debts related to disaster assistance distributed to individuals and households in error.

would authorize DOI to participate in the design, planning, and construction of the South Sacramento County Agriculture and Habitat Lands Water Recycling Project in Sacramento County, California.