States Now Lead Endangered Species Protections | Anchorage News

The federal government just gutted key protections for endangered species, handing habitat oversight to states — a move wildlife experts warn could be disastrous. For decades, federal law blocked projects that destroyed critical habitats like forests and wetlands, but now “harm” is narrowly defined as direct injury to animals, ignoring the real threat: habitat loss. With most states underfunded and lacking the legal tools to enforce habitat protections, this shift risks unraveling conservation efforts. Environmental groups and tribal nations have already sued, arguing this rollback will make species extinction far more likely and create legal chaos for developers and land managers alike. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0013fab724e316da