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House Passes Bill to Remove Gray Wolves from Protection

12/24/2025

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On December 23, 2025, the U.S. House passed the Pet and Livestock Protection Act to remove gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act.
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany co-introduced the bill, which would return management to states and move to the Senate.
Supporters say wolf populations have recovered.
Opponents cite concerns about livestock safety.
A ruling found the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service failed to demonstrate sustainable wolf populations without protections.

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Story summary

On December 23, 2025, the U.S. House passed the Pet and Livestock Protection Act to remove gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act.
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany co-introduced the bill, which would return management to states and move to the Senate.
Supporters say wolf populations have recovered.
Opponents cite concerns about livestock safety.
A ruling found the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service failed to demonstrate sustainable wolf populations without protections.