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S 545119th CongressIntroduced
Combating Illicit Xylazine Act
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act prohibits federal land managers from banning lead ammunition or tackle, with limited exceptions for specific wildlife conservation needs.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits Interior and Agriculture Secretaries from banning lead ammunition/tackle on federal lands
- 2Applies to all federal lands managed by USFWS, BLM, and Forest Service
- 3Allows exceptions for specific units with documented wildlife population declines from lead
- 4Requires state law consistency or fish and wildlife department approval for exceptions
- 5Mandates Federal Register notice explaining basis for any lead restrictions
- 6Preserves traditional ammunition and tackle access for hunting and fishing
Impact Areas
Hunters and anglersFederal land management agenciesState fish and wildlife departmentsLead ammunition manufacturersWildlife conservationEnvironmental health
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