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BillHR 556 · 119

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act

Introduced
Jan 16, 2025
Cosponsors
83
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 19, 2026

Bill Summary

Opens certain public lands to hunting and fishing, and requires federal agencies to consider how their actions affect hunting and fishing access. Requires the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service to keep lands open to recreational hunting and fishing unless closed for specific reasons.

Sponsored By

Robert J. Wittman
Republican · Virginia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 16, 2025
  5. Mar 19, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects hunters and anglers by potentially increasing their access to public lands for recreational activities. It also impacts federal land management agencies, such as the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service, by requiring them to prioritize hunting and fishing access in their decision-making processes.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
84backers
  • Republican84
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%
Latest floor voteMar 18, 2026
215–202

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (83)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Environment and Public Works
IntroducedJan 16, 2025
Last UpdatedMar 19, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.