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HR 102

American Sovereignty and Species Protection Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Andy Biggs

Bill restricts U.S. compliance with international environmental treaties on species protection, prioritizing domestic sovereignty over global wildlife conservation coordination.

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Bill Summary · HR 102

Legislative bill overview

HR 102 would establish new restrictions on international agreements and treaties that affect wildlife management and environmental policy within U.S. borders. The bill appears designed to limit the application of international environmental conventions to domestic species protection decisions, asserting greater U.S. independence in natural resource management.

Why this is important

The bill directly impacts how the U.S. complies with international environmental agreements like the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) and migratory bird treaties. This affects both wildlife conservation outcomes and America's participation in global environmental governance structures, with implications for species protection across borders and trade in wildlife products.

Potential points of contention

  • Treaty authority conflict: Questions whether Congress can unilaterally override existing international treaty obligations without violating U.S. law and international commitments
  • Species protection effectiveness: International agreements often prevent extinction through coordinated action; weakening them could harm migratory species and shared ecosystems that cross borders
  • Trade implications: Reduced restrictions on wildlife trade could increase poaching pressure on endangered species and affect reciprocal agreements with other nations on environmental standards

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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