Species-Specific Protection Changes Under the Endangered Species Act
This course examines the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s proposal to revise threatened species protections under the Endangered Species Act. Learn about the planned removal of the “blanket rule” and the move toward species-specific rules, the legal and policy drivers for these changes, and how your organization can effectively participate in the rulemaking process. Gain clarity on the regulatory transition, implications for conservation, and opportunities for public comment on the future of wildlife and plant protections.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the purpose and intent of the proposed regulatory changes.
* Describe the history and context of the “blanket rule” and species-specific rules under the ESA.
* Identify the key proposed changes to 50 CFR Part 17 and their implications.
* Recognize the importance of public participation and how to submit comments.
* Explain the potential impacts and the process for finalizing the rule.
* Summarize the regulatory, legal, and policy considerations associated with the proposed rule.
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all course purchases are for access to the course for a period of 1-year. At the end of the one year term, the course will be set to “inactive”.