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Defenders’ Laura Nunes Named to Prestigious ESIIL Working Group
Defenders of Wildlife scientist Laura Nunes has been selected to join the Environmental Data Science Innovation & Impact Lab’s third cohort of working groups.
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Defenders of Wildlife Partners with Rep. Don Beyer on Monumental Corridors Act
Defenders of Wildlife today celebrated the introduction of the Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act of 2026, a landmark bill that would establish a national framework for identifying, designating and protecting wildlife corridors across the country.
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House Leadership Pulls Historic Vote Following Intense Public Pressure
The GOP Leadership in the House of Representatives today pulled its scheduled vote on Rep. Bruce Westerman’s (R-AR) ESA Amendments Act of 2025 — more aptly called the Extinction Act.
Press Releases
MMS deepwater lease sales to BP and other companies continue lax oversight, say groups
Leases financially obligate U.S. government, creating incentive to allow drilling ATLANTA (06/11/2010) - The Minerals Management Service (MMS) continues to approve new leases after the
Senate votes to uphold the integrity of the Clean Air Act, rejects Murkowski's attempt to increase reliance on dirty fuels
Summary: In a vote of 47 to 53, the U.S. Senate today struck down S.J. Res 26, Senator Lisa Murkowski's Resolution of Disapproval aimed at
Passage of wildlife crossing zones bill promises safer roads for Colorado drivers and wildlife
DENVER, Colo. (06/09/2010) - Summary: Each year in the United States, there are 725,000 to 1.5 million animal-vehicle collisions, which result in over 200 human
Groups optimistic about administration’s reported decision to pause Arctic oil drilling
Announcement reflects the concerns of millions of Americans that Arctic oil drilling is too risky (05/27/2010) - WASHINGTON (May 27, 2010) – The following statements
White House review of MMS environmental review procedures will be crucial
(05/27/2010) - Summary: The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) is seeking public input regarding its review of Minerals Management Service (MMS) environmental review procedures and
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