FWSProposed Rule
Endangered and Threatened Species: 90-Day Finding on Two Petitions for Gray Wolf
EnvironmentAgriculture
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Summary
The Fish and Wildlife Service is reviewing two requests to add gray wolves to the federal list of endangered or threatened species. Within 90 days, the agency will decide whether there is enough scientific evidence to move forward with protecting gray wolves under federal law, which could restrict hunting and require habitat protection.
Key Points
- 1Two separate petitions have been submitted asking the government to protect gray wolves as an endangered or threatened species
- 2The Fish and Wildlife Service must complete a scientific review within 90 days to determine if the petitions have merit
- 3If approved, gray wolves would receive federal legal protection, limiting when and where they can be hunted
- 4This affects hunters, ranchers, and conservation groups who have different interests in wolf management
- 5The decision could impact wildlife management policies across multiple states where wolves live
Impact Assessment
If you are a farmer or rancher, this means you may face new restrictions on protecting livestock from gray wolves and potential limitations on land use in wolf habitat areas.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
FarmersHomeownersState GovernmentsTribal Nations
Key Dates
Published
January 8, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
Amends CFR Sections
50 CFR Part 17
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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