Polar Bear Cub Survival Act of 2020

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Bill Number

HR 7876

Introduced

Jul 30, 2020

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

Topics

Alaska Animal protection and human-animal relationships Animals Arctic and polar regions Mammals Mining Oil and gas Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

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Summary

Polar Bear Cub Survival Act of 2020

This bill prohibits oil and gas activities within one mile of polar bear habitat on the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as specified by the bill. Prohibited activities include exploration, development, production, or transportation and other infrastructure activities.

Actions

Aug 24, 2020

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
Aug 24, 2020

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
Jul 30, 2020

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Jul 30, 2020

Introduced in House

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