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H.R. 4219119th CongressOn the floor calendarLatest action Aug 27, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025
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HR 4219 would fund regional strike teams to detect and remove invasive species near wildlife refuges.
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HR 4219 directs the Fish and Wildlife Service to create an "Invasive Species Strike Team Program" with at least one trained team per regional office. These teams would detect invasive species early, respond quickly, and work to control or remove them near National Wildlife Refuge lands, using tracking tools and coordination with state, tribal, and local governments.
The bill affects wildlife refuge managers, conservation groups, state and tribal agencies, and nearby private landowners. Farmers, outdoor recreation businesses, and nearby communities could also be affected.
Invasive species can spread and cause lasting damage to native wildlife, habitats, crops, fisheries, and local economies if not addressed early.
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Right now: it's on the House floor calendar. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 672.