Local Data for Better Conservation Act

State wildlife data must be considered

This bill would require the Secretary to accept and integrate State-collected data when deciding to list or remove a species as threatened or endangered. It would take effect upon enactment. State wildlife agencies would get formal consideration of their data. Landowners, developers, and small businesses would see different listing outcomes, which would change land-use limits or permitting rules. The bill would not set standards for how States collect data or add new reporting, funding, or deadlines.