United States 119th Congress Status: In Committee 2 R cosponsors

HR 65 — Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Stalled 18% · moderate confidence

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 R).

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In plain language

The Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act helps the military operate while considering endangered species.

This bill allows military operations more flexibility under endangered species laws. It aims to balance military readiness with wildlife protection.

What this means for you
  • Environment: This bill could impact conservation efforts by allowing military actions that may affect endangered species habitats.

Summary

The Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act aims to give the military some leeway regarding laws that protect endangered species when they are conducting training or operations. This change is intended to help the military carry out its duties while still considering the needs of endangered wildlife.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 545 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (545)

545 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 65 do?
The Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act aims to give the military some leeway regarding laws that protect endangered species when they are conducting training or operations. This change is intended to help the military carry out its duties while still considering the needs of endangered wildlife.
Who sponsors HR 65?
HR 65 is sponsored by Gosar, Paul A. (Republican) and Biggs, Andy (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 65?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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