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US HB7348

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jodey Arrington

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director must publish proposed land protection plans in the Federal Register at least 60 days before finalization
  • Public must be given opportunity to submit written comments, data, views, or arguments on draft land protection plans
  • Overrides the Administrative Procedure Act exemption (5 U.S.C. 553(a)) that currently allows agencies to bypass notice-and-comment for public property matters
  • Exception applies to National Wildlife Refuge System expansions under 50 acres or less than 15% of the existing unit's total acreage, whichever is greater
  • Introduced February 4, 2026 by Rep. Arrington and Rep. Ezell; referred to House Committee on Natural Resources

Legislative Description

Transparency in Federal Land Acquisitions Act

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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