Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act of 2026, aims to protect and enhance wildlife corridors and habitat connectivity across the United States. It establishes a National Wildlife Corridor System on Federal land, promotes collaboration among various stakeholders, and provides grant funding for projects that improve habitat connections for native species. The bill also directs research into the impacts of climate change and development on wildlife movement and seeks to coordinate conservation efforts at the State, Tribal, and local levels.
Key provisions
- Establishes a National Wildlife Corridor System on Federal land and water.
- Creates a Wildlife Corridor Grant Program to fund projects that improve habitat connectivity on non-Federal lands.
- Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct research on climate change impacts and habitat fragmentation.
- Requires the establishment of a Coordinating Committee to oversee the implementation of the Act.
- Authorizes appropriations for science, mapping, collaboration, and grant programs.
- Defines key terms such as ‘connectivity,’ ‘corridor,’ and ‘National Wildlife Corridor.’
- Prioritizes projects that benefit big game migration corridors.
- Establishes a process for nominating and designating National Wildlife Corridors.
Who is affected
- Federal Agencies
- State and Tribal Governments
- Private Landowners
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