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2026-12955 — Process for Authorizing Seasonal Migratory Game Bird Hunting

The Fish and Wildlife Service is changing how it approves seasonal migratory game bird hunting. Instead of making new rules every year, they’ll issue a hunting plan every three years, updating it sooner if needed. This will save time and money, help States, Tribes, and hunters, and keep bird populations safe.

2026-12951 — Process for Authorizing Seasonal Migratory Game Bird Hunting

The Fish and Wildlife Service is changing how it approves seasonal migratory game bird hunting. Instead of yearly rules, they’ll issue a hunting plan every three years but still decide harvest levels annually. This new process saves time and money, helps States and Tribes, and kicks in August 25, 2026—unless big objections come in by July 27.

2026-10846 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the Rusty Patched Bumble Bee

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is officially protecting over 1.5 million acres of land across six states to save the rusty patched bumble bee, a once-common pollinator now endangered. Starting July 1, 2026, this critical habitat designation will help keep these bees buzzing by limiting harmful activities in these areas. Landowners and communities in 33 counties should get ready for new rules that support bee recovery without heavy costs.

2026-08146 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the Rayed Bean, Sheepnose, Snuffbox, and Spectaclecase Mussels

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is officially protecting over 3,800 river miles across 17 states as critical habitat for four endangered freshwater mussels: rayed bean, sheepnose, snuffbox, and spectaclecase. This means these rivers will get special care to help these mussels survive and thrive. The new protections start May 27, 2026, and could affect activities near these waters, encouraging conservation efforts without heavy costs.

2026-05678 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 22 Species in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Territory of Guam

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants to protect 22 special plants and animals in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands by marking nearly 60,000 acres as critical habitat. This means these areas will get extra care to help these species survive and thrive. People can share their thoughts by June 22, 2026, and an economic report is ready to show how this might affect local communities.

2026-13948 — Wild Bird Conservation Act; Receipt of Permit Applications

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is asking the public to weigh in on new permit applications for breeding exotic wild birds under the Wild Bird Conservation Act. This means anyone interested in exotic bird programs can share their thoughts before August 10, 2026. These permits help protect wild birds while allowing some breeding activities, with no direct costs mentioned but a clear deadline to join the conversation.

Previous: 2026-02959 — Rescission of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews

The U.S. Department of Commerce is canceling certain reviews of special import taxes because everyone who asked for them changed their minds on time. This means no new checks or changes to these taxes will happen for now, keeping things steady for the companies involved. The decision took effect on February 13, 2026, so businesses can plan without surprises or extra costs.

Next: 2026-02962 — Endangered Species; Receipt of Recovery Permit Applications

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service got requests from scientists and groups asking for special permits to help endangered animals and plants recover. They want your thoughts before deciding, so anyone—local agencies, Tribes, or the public—can comment by March 16, 2026. These permits let folks do important work to protect species without breaking the law, and your input helps make sure it’s done right!