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The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 111th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices

Posted Tue, 09/28/2010 - 00:00

The Endangered Species Act (ESA; P.L. 93-205, 16 U.S.C. §§ 1531-1543) has been one of the more contentious environmental laws. This may stem from its strict substantive provisions, which can affect the use of both federal and nonfederal lands and resources. Under ESA, species of plants and animals (both vertebrate and invertebrate) can be listed as endangered or threatened according to assessments of their risk of extinction. Once a species is listed, powerful legal tools are available to aid its recovery and protect its habitat.

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the 111th Congress: Conflicting Values and Difficult Choices

Posted Wed, 02/25/2009 - 01:00

The Endangered Species Act (ESA; P.L. 93-205, 16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) has been one of the more contentious environmental laws. This may stem from its strict substantive provisions, which can affect the use of both federal and nonfederal lands and resources. Under ESA, species of plants and animals (both vertebrate and invertebrate) can be listed as endangered or threatened according to assessments of their risk of extinction. Once a species is listed, powerful legal tools are available to aid its recovery and protect its habitat.