Bills · HR 4591
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4591Environmental Protection
Habitat Enhancement Now Act
INTRO JUL 22· LAST ACTION JUL 22
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4MIN
COSPONSORS
4BIPARTISAN
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses the decline in duck populations, which is a concern for wildlife conservation and for those who enjoy hunting or observing migratory birds. If passed, it would provide dedicated funding to implement specific, proven methods (like "hen houses" and habitat improvements) in key regions.
Without this bill, these targeted grant programs would not exist, potentially slowing efforts to improve duck nesting success and maintain healthy waterfowl populations, which are vital components of wetland ecosystems. The bill focuses on specific actions that could have a measurable impact on bird numbers, contrasting with more general habitat conservation efforts.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a competitive grant program for "hen houses" in the prairie pothole region.
Provides specific funding to address low duck nesting success in a critical breeding area using a proven method.
PROVISION 02
Creates a competitive grant program to develop breeding habitat for waterfowl specifically in California.
Directs resources to enhance breeding success for specific duck species in a distinct region where improvements are needed.
PROVISION 03
Makes State, local, Tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals eligible to receive these grants.
Broadens the pool of potential participants, allowing private landowners and local groups to directly contribute to conservation efforts.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes $3.5 million for each grant program annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
Secures specific, multi-year funding to ensure these conservation efforts can be sustained over time.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
R· Minnesota
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
29
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 50%
DEM 1 REP 3 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 22
Introduced in House
JUL 22
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4591
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 22, 2025
Last actionJul 22, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 22, 2025
House BillHR 4591Environmental Protection
Habitat Enhancement Now Act
INTRODUCED JUL 22, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 22, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
