FWSFinal RuleJuly 8, 2025

Endangered and Threatened Species: Removal of the Dwarf-flowered Heartleaf from the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants

EnvironmentAgriculture

Summary

The federal government is removing the dwarf-flowered heartleaf plant from the list of endangered and threatened species, meaning it no longer needs special legal protection. This decision comes after the plant's population has recovered enough that it is no longer considered at risk of extinction.

Key Points

1The dwarf-flowered heartleaf plant is being removed from federal endangered species protection because its population has recovered
2This plant will no longer receive legal protections that previously restricted where it could be harmed or removed
3The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) made this decision after determining the species no longer meets the criteria for endangered or threatened status
4Landowners and developers will have fewer restrictions on activities that affect areas where this plant grows
5The change takes effect after this rule is published in the Federal Register on July 8, 2025

Impact Assessment

If you are a property owner or land manager in the species' range, this means you no longer need to consult federal wildlife officials or restrict land use activities to protect dwarf-flowered heartleaf habitat.

Impact Level

Routine

Geographic Scope

Regional

Compliance Cost

None

Who is Affected

HomeownersFarmersState Governments

Key Dates

Published

July 8, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Authorized By

Endangered Species Act 16 U.S.C. 1533

Amends CFR Sections

50 CFR Part 17

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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.