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Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) voted to pass the America's Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Reauthorization Act of 2024. This comprehensive legislation will enhance the preservation of America's natural resources, wildlife, and habitats. Thompson served as an original co-sponsor for this legislation in the House of Representatives.
“Reauthorizing our most critical wildlife conservation programs just makes sense,” said Thompson. “I was proud to vote today to reauthorize ACE and ensure the longevity of our North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) Program. NAWCA has already helped conserve over 32 million acres of wetlands across our country and I look forward to seeing its continued positive impact in the years to come.”
A longtime advocate for wildlife and land conservation, Rep. Thompson serves as a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, Land Conservation Caucus, and Wildlife Refuge Caucus. To date, he's voted to conserve 2.8 million acres of land through the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission and sponsored legislation that led to the permanent protection of nearly 1 million acres.
The ACE Act includes the following legislation, among other bills:
North American Wetlands Conservation Act:
- Protects waterfowl, fish, wildlife resources, and wetland habitats.
- Supports local economies that depend on outdoor recreation, tourism, and agriculture.
- Preserves American traditions such as hunting, fishing, bird watching, family farming, and cattle ranching.
National Fish Habitat Conservation Through Partnerships Act:
- Strengthens partnerships and projects to help maintain healthy fish populations and aquatic ecosystems.
While making major investments in conservation of natural resources, the bill also includes important measures to enhance accountability and reporting to ensure the effectiveness and transparency of funded projects.