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Trump Administration Rescinds ‘Harm’ Definition, Defenders Prepares for Court
In a devastating blow to wildlife, the Trump administration today formally rescinded the regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act, eliminating the long-standing legal interpretation that habitat destruction that leads to death or injury of protected species is illegal.
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Defenders Celebrates North Carolina General Assembly’s Historic Investment in Wildlife Crossings with Recurring Multi-million-dollar Appropriation
North Carolina's $10.2M recurring investment for wildlife crossings is a historic win, protecting both motorists and vulnerable species like black bears and red wolves. The victory is part of a years-long effort from the Safe Passage Coalition.
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Defenders of Wildlife Urges Public Opposition to NOAA’s Planned Review That Could Weaken California’s Authority to Protect its Coastline
NOAA will review California's Coastal Management Program following a directive from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Defenders of Wildlife urges public participation in upcoming public meetings to protect California's coast, wildlife, and state authority.
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House votes to block assistance to farmers preparing for droughts, floods and pests
Summary: The U.S. House of Representatives today passed an amendment to the fiscal 2012 agriculture spending bill that would prohibit the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Organizations urge Senate to oppose endangered species exemptions
WASHINGTON, D.C. (06/09/2011) - Twenty-nine organizations, including both national and local environmental groups and scientific associations, have sent a letter asking the U.S. Senate to
Government approval of new deepwater oil drilling ignores Gulf disaster
Groups file in court after regulators claim no potential for significant harm from deepwater drilling in wake of Gulf disaster ATLANTA (06/09/2011) - The federal
Sen. Cornyn shills for oil and gas industry, proposes gutting endangered species protections
Amendment would further politicize landmark wildlife conservation law WASHINGTON, D.C. (06/08/2011) - Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) offered an amendment yesterday to the Economic Development Administration
Initial Deadline to Protect African Lions Missed
WASHINGTON, D.C. (06/02/2011) - Yesterday marked the passing of the 90-day deadline for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to make its initial response to
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