H.R.3259: To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to authorize Federal agencies to promptly respond to emergencies involving the health and safety of persons, in the same manner as such authority is available under the Wilderness Act.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about emergency management
  • Introduced Nov. 8, 2001
  • Latest Major Action Nov. 8, 2001

Bill Summary

Amends the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to authorize Federal agencies to respond to emergencies involving personal health and safety without following otherwise required procedures. Directs agencies to subsequently notify the Endangered Species Committee of such exemptions.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Nov. 8, 2001

Introduced in the House by Scott McInnis (R-Colo.)

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