AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Sep 10, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 20, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Establishes statutory authority for the Urban Bird Treaty Program administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Program focuses on conserving and managing birds in urban areas and along migration routes
- Authorizes grants through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to eligible recipients
- Eligible grant recipients include government agencies, community groups, and academic institutions
- Grants support activities related to urban bird conservation and management
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The official summary does not specify the dollar amount of authorized funding
- No timeline, implementation date, or program duration is established in the summary
- The summary does not describe specific conservation activities or measurable outcomes
- Effects on state versus federal authority, or on specific bird species or regions, are not documented
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed bill on September 14, 2026 by vote of 345-60 under suspension of rules
- Senate received bill on September 15, 2026 and referred to Committee on Environment and Public Works
- Bill is currently in Senate committee; no further action recorded
- No scheduled committee hearing or floor vote date is documented
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 15, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- Sep 14, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 345 - 60 (Roll no. 297). (text: CR H5578-5579)
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5599)
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5578-5580)
- Sep 14, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Sep 14, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 345 - 60 (Roll no. 297).
- Sep 14, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 345 - 60 (Roll no. 297).
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business.