Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2026 Make State Wildlife Action Plans...
A bill to amend the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act to require the Secretary of the Interior to approve the wildlife conservation and restoration program of a State within a certain period of time, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to change the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act by setting a specific timeframe for the Secretary of the Interior to approve state wildlife conservation and restoration programs. It ensures that states have a clear deadline for approval, which could help them plan and manage wildlife projects more effectively. This change would affect state wildlife management agencies and conservation groups that rely on these programs for funding and direction.
The bill was introduced on August 4, 2026, and it has been referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works for further review. At this stage, it has been read twice in the Senate but has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or vote. The key action so far is its referral to the relevant committee, which will begin the detailed examination process.
This is the first step in the legislative process for SB5230. The Committee on Environment and Public Works will review the bill, possibly hold hearings, and decide whether to recommend it for further action by the full Senate. Future actions will depend on the committee's findings and the broader legislative agenda.
