HR 65
Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:58 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act, aims to allow the Department of Defense to conduct military activities without certain restrictions imposed by the Endangered Species Act. Specifically, it prevents the Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service from designating military installations or related lands as critical habitat, and it exempts military personnel engaged in national defense-related operations from prohibitions on harming or damaging endangered species. These exemptions cover activities like weapons testing, military training, and supporting the Department of Defense’s mission, both domestically and internationally.
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