HR 5594
Empowers act of 2020
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Bill overview
The Ensuring Meaningful Petition Outreach While Enhancing Rights of States Act of 2020, or EMPOWERS Act, changes the process for listing endangered species. It requires the government to notify county and state leaders about proposed petitions to list, delist, or reclassify species, and to solicit their input on potential threats and impacts. The bill also mandates more extensive public notice and consultation when proposing regulations related to endangered species, ensuring greater transparency and local government involvement. Finally, it requires the Secretary to provide a written justification if regulations conflict with local government advice.
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Greg [R-MT-At Large] Gianforte
Kelly [R-ND-At Large] Armstrong
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