Would clarify that the federal migratory bird law does not ban Alaska Native-made traditional crafts just because they include nonedible bird parts (like feathers).
Sets clear rules for what counts as an “authentic” Alaska Native handicraft, including who qualifies as Alaska Native and that the item can’t be mass-produced.
Allows these authentic items to be owned, sold, bought, traded, shipped, and transported under federal law, as long as other limits are met.
Keeps a key guardrail: the protection does not apply if the bird part came from a bird taken in a wasteful or illegal way.
Requires the State Department and Interior Department to work with treaty partner countries and update federal rules within set timeframes to match the clarification.
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Jul 22, 2026House
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Jul 22, 2026House
Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Discharged
Feb 4, 2026House
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Jan 28, 2026House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Nov 12, 2025House
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
