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Conservation News
House Passes Updated Farm Bill, Senate Set to Begin Work Soon
U.S. House passed the 2026 Farm Bill to the Senate. It renews key conservation programs like the Conservation Reserve Program,…
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The Association Applauds Oregon’s Historic Legislation
Oregon’s HB 4134 secures ~$37M annually via a lodging tax increase to fund conservation of 321 at-risk species. Backed by…
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NWTF West Virginia Signs Multiyear Agreement with WVDNR
NWTF signed an $820K 3-year deal with WV DNR to fund and manage habitat and public access projects on wildlife…
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Pro Staff Blog
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Applaud NRCS Investment in Hunting Access on Private Lands
USDA NRCS is investing $52M in VPA-HIP, the largest funding since 2008, to expand voluntary hunting and fishing access on…
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Shooting News
Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation Releases Research on Boosting Local Support for Shooting Ranges
SAF’s study shows shooting ranges drive major economic impact while facing public resistance. Backed by data, it highlights safety benefits,…
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Hunting News
NWTF Opposes Oregon Initiative Petition 28, Urges Members to Stay Engaged
NWTF opposes Oregon IP28 (PEACE Act), which would remove exemptions for hunting, fishing, trapping and farming, potentially criminalizing them. It…
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Conservation News
Mule Deer Foundation Applauds Passage of Utah H.B. 431 Supporting Wildlife Crossings and Migration Connectivity
The Mule Deer Foundation supports Utah’s H.B. 431, creating a dedicated fund for wildlife crossings. The law reduces collisions, restores…
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Conservation News
NWTF, Partners Advance Major Conservation Milestone Through Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative
NWTF and partners allocated $6.49M through Utah’s WRI to fund statewide habitat projects, supporting wildlife conservation, staffing, and long-term ecosystem…
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RMEF Commits $3 Million to Wildfire Restoration
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation commits up to $3M over 3 years to restore wildfire-damaged big game habitat, building on $3.3M…
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Boone and Crockett Club Welcomes House Agriculture Action on 2026 Farm Bill
The Boone and Crockett Club praised the bipartisan House Agriculture Committee vote advancing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act…
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