Pet and Livestock Protection Act
House Passes Pet and Livestock Protection Act, Stripping Gray Wolves of Endangered Species Protections
Legislative Progress
211–204
Key Points
- It tells the Interior Department to bring back a 2020 rule that removes gray wolves from federal endangered protections within 60 days.
- If wolves lose federal protection, states would likely have more control, and hunting or killing problem wolves could become easier in some places.
- Supporters say this helps protect cattle, sheep, and pets; opponents worry it could lead to more wolves being killed and fewer wolves over time.
- It also tries to block lawsuits by saying courts cannot review this decision, which could limit the public’s ability to challenge it.
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 204 (Roll no. 360). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H6050)
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 204 (Roll no. 360).
The House of Representatives voted to approve this bill. It now goes to the Senate.
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 213 (Roll no. 359).
Vote Results
2 votesOn Motion to Recommit
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Pet and Livestock Protection Act
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