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The House unanimously passed the Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025, which requires the federal government to approve state wildlife conservation plans within 180 days.
This vote was on H.R. 1676, the "Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025." The bill aims to reduce bureaucratic delays for state-led wildlife restoration projects. Specifically, it mandates that the Secretary of the Interior approve state conservation plans within 180 days of submission. It also creates a "conditional authorization" allowing states to start their projects and set aside federal funding as soon as they submit their plans, rather than waiting months or years for final federal sign-off. This vote was held under a procedure known as "suspension of the rules." This is a fast-track method used by the House for non-controversial legislation. Because it bypasses the usual committee and floor debate rules, it requires a higher bar for success: two-thirds of the members present must vote in favor for the bill to pass. The measure passed with total unanimous support from every member of both parties who was present. Having cleared the House, the bill now moves to the Senate for further consideration. If passed there and signed by the President, it will streamline how federal tax dollars are used for habitat preservation and species protection.
The bill was received in the Senate on December 10, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
OPEN BILL →Why it matters. This bill reduces federal bottlenecks that delay state wildlife agencies from using conservation funds, potentially preventing the degradation of critical habitats.
Who’s affected. State Wildlife Agencies: Can begin restoration projects and access federal funds months earlier due to the new 180-day deadline. · Department of the Interior: Faces stricter timelines for reviews and must report to Congress if deadlines are missed. · Hunters and Anglers: Benefit from more efficient habitat management and improved wildlife populations for outdoor recreation.
Democrats. All 198 voting Democrats supported the bill.
Republicans. All 201 voting Republicans supported the bill.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Dec 9, 2025
The House unanimously passed the Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025, which requires the federal government to approve state wildlife conservation plans within 180 days.
This vote used 'suspension of the rules,' a shortcut used for bills with broad support. It requires a two-thirds supermajority to pass and limits the ability of members to offer amendments on the floor.
The bill was received in the Senate on December 10, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
This bill reduces federal bottlenecks that delay state wildlife agencies from using conservation funds, potentially preventing the degradation of critical habitats.
The vote was entirely unanimous, with every participating Democrat, Republican, and the chamber's lone independent voting in favor.
All 198 voting Democrats supported the bill.
All 201 voting Republicans supported the bill.
The one independent member voted yes.