Wildlife Crossings Program Reauthorization Act of 2025
Wildlife Crossings Program Reauthorization Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Wildlife Crossings Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would reauthorize and continue funding for the Wildlife Crossings Program, a federal initiative that helps animals safely cross highways and roads. The program supports the construction of bridges, underpasses, and other infrastructure designed to prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions and allow animals to move between habitats that may be separated by roads. By reducing accidents between vehicles and animals, the program aims to improve both wildlife conservation and public safety. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects states, wildlife agencies, and communities with highways that bisect animal habitats. It would allow continued federal funding for projects that build crossing structures and related safety measures.
The specific funding amounts and program details aren't available in the basic information provided, but reauthorization bills typically extend existing programs for additional years and may adjust funding levels. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S 3556) is in committee review. This means it has been introduced in the Senate but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. The bill was sponsored by Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD).
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.