Water Resources Bill Goes to Trump with Big Win for Everglades Restoration
Water infrastructure package with benefits for fish, wildlife, and the outdoor recreation economy heads to president’s desk with bipartisan support.
Category: News
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Farm Bill Expiration Brings Uncertainty for Landowners, Sportsmen, and the Rural Economy
Without a new five-year bill, conservation and voluntary access incentive programs are currently unavailable to well-intentioned landowners.
Lapsed LWCF Is a Lost Opportunity to Improve and Enhance Hunting and Fishing Access
Congress avoids a federal shutdown, but allows the best tool for opening landlocked public lands to expire.
Landmark Fisheries Reform Takes Major Step Toward Becoming Law
House passes major federal fisheries management reauthorization bill with provisions of the Modern Fish Act, which would help recognize the value of recreational fishing and update data collection methods.
Proposed Oil and Gas Leasing Threatens a Legendary Mule Deer Hunting Destination
Energy development in Nevada’s Ruby Mountains puts at risk the very qualities that make these public lands important to sportsmen and women.
Congress Passes Budget Deal with a Boost for Conservation Funding But No Fire Fix
Non-defense spending gets a bump, but the agreement doesn’t include a solution for fire borrowing, which saps the Forest Service of its budget for habitat maintenance and improvement.
Changes to BLM Energy Leasing Are a Step Backward for Sportsmen and Habitat
The elimination of Master Leasing Plans alters the up-front planning process meant to help balance the needs of wildlife with energy development.
Executives of Strong Outdoor Brands and Major Conservation Allies Join TRCP Board
The organization’s Board of Directors has acquired top talent from REI and Bass Pro Shops and welcomes back leaders of Orvis and Pheasants Forever.
New Senate Legislation Would Help Boost Sportsmen’s Access on Private Lands
Sportsmen applaud proposed enhancements to a popular Farm Bill program that opens public hunting and fishing access on private lands and attracts outdoor recreation spending to many rural communities Today, Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.)...
A Confirmed Decline in Hunter Participation Should Be a Call to Action for Sportsmen
It’s time for our community and decision makers to get serious about R3 efforts, adequate funding, and policy that enhances hunters’ opportunities afield.
