An act to assist the States in developing fish and wildlife conservation plans and actions, and for other purposes.

Summary

Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act of 1979 - Establishes a program of financial and technical assistance to States for the development, revision, and implementation of fish an wildlife conservation plans and for implementation of nongame fish and wildlife conservation actions. Stipulates that the Secretary of the Interior may not disapprove any such plans or actions for specified reasons unless implementation would threaten the natural stability or continued viability of animals concerned. Makes States eligible for matching funds under the existing fish and wildlife restoration programs if their plans are approved by the Secretary. Directs the Secretary to reimburse eligible States for costs incurred in connection with conservation plans and actions. States that nothing in this Act shall effect State regulation of fish and wildlife or the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture to control predatory or wild animals. Prohibits the use of funds made available to States to acquire land except from willing sellers.

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• Public Law (PDF)

  Public Law · EN · 30 September 1980

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• Passed Senate amended

  summary · EN · 9 September 1980

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• Reported to House with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 15 May 1979

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 28 March 1979

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