Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2026
United States119th CongressS-5230Senate
Updated: Aug 4, 2026
Summary
This bill amends the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act to significantly expedite the approval process for state wildlife conservation and restoration programs. It mandates that the Secretary of the Interior must approve a State's comprehensive plan within 180 days of its submission, aiming to enhance efficiency in wildlife management efforts. Upon a State's submission, the Secretary is required to conditionally authorize the program's implementation and set aside the necessary funds , ensuring immediate progress. The bill further directs the Secretary, in consultation with States, to develop a clear process for timely review and final approval within the 180-day period, reflecting Congress's intent to prioritize these actions. To ensure accountability, if a State's wildlife conservation program is not approved within the specified timeframe, the Secretary must submit a detailed report to relevant Congressional committees by June 1 of the following year, explaining the delay and the plan's status.
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HR-1676: Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Introduced in Senate
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