HR 7876
Polar Bear Cub Survival Act of 2020
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Bill overview
The Polar Bear Cub Survival Act of 2020 aims to protect polar bear cubs by restricting oil and gas development near their denning areas. Specifically, it prohibits oil and gas exploration, development, production, transportation, and infrastructure construction within one mile of identified polar bear maternal den habitat in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This legislation modifies existing law to strengthen protections for these vulnerable animals and their young.
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Alan S. Lowenthal
Albio Sires
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