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OR HB2822

Relating to a report on Canis lupus; declaring an emergency.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act tells an agency to study certain effects on wolf populations. The Act tells the agency to report on the study. (Flesch Readability Score: 64.9). Requires the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to submit a report on the effects on Oregon wolf populations of changes in certain protections for the gray wolf during the last 10 years. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

AI Summary

This bill requires the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to conduct and submit a comprehensive report on the impacts of changes in gray wolf (Canis lupus) protections over the past 10 years in Oregon. Specifically, the department must examine how modifications to the state's threatened and endangered species lists under ORS 496.172 (2) have affected wolf populations. The report must be completed and submitted to a legislative committee related to natural resources by September 15, 2026. The bill includes an emergency clause, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the perceived urgency of understanding the current status and trends of wolf populations in the state. This legislation aims to provide policymakers with up-to-date, scientifically informed insights into the conservation and management of gray wolves in Oregon.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water with subsequent referral to Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)

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