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Administration Finalizes Rule Allowing Development Under ESA Habitat Protections

24 reports, 8 independent Updated Sep 15
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What happened

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The Trump administration finalized a rule on the Endangered Species Act that limited the definition of what constitutes 'harm' to a protected species under the 1973 law. This change allows development to proceed as long as it does not directly kill or injure listed species. The rule was announced by the Department of Interior Secretary and was challenged by conservation groups who argued it was a major step backward for species protection.

From wxpr.org, argusmedia.com, winnipegfreepress.com

Why it matters

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The rule change affects the regulatory framework governing land use and resource management for species listed under the ESA. Conservation advocates contend that the rule undermines the protection of critical habitats for various species, including those in Wisconsin.

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Who's involved

  • Donald TrumpPresident of the United States and principal proponent of the administration's policy shift.
  • Doug BurgumSecretary of the Interior, announcing the rule change and leading the department through the process.

How it developed

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  1. The administration is facing the dismantling of the Endangered Species Act, involving Donald Trump and Acadia.Sub-event
  2. Trump ordered the removal of endangered species protections.1 source
  3. Advocacy groups, including Earthjustice and National Parks Conservation Association, condemn the finalized rule altering ESA habitat protection, comparing it to Civil Rights Act violations.Sub-event
  4. The Trump administration's decisions are limiting the protection afforded by the Endangered Species Act due to the pressures of rising sea levels on species like the Saltmarsh Sparrow.Sub-event
  5. Commentary on the flaws of the federal rollback of species protections.1 source
  6. Rule change allows development on critical wildlife habitats under the ESA.1 source

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