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It's a Law: Big Announcements on Great American Outdoors Act

President Trump signs Great American Outdoors Act into law; Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announced free entrance to national parks and public lands for August 5, 2020; and August 4th was designated as the “Great American Outdoors Day.” Read more from the National Park Service below.

Potential California Ban on Alligator and Crocodile Products Threatens Conservation

California is the only state that intends to prohibit the sale of alligator or crocodile products under an out-dated Penal Code. The ban’s origin dates back to 1967 when there was concern that the American alligator and other species of crocodiles were at risk of extinction. California responded with a law to protect the animal that included […]

House Passes the Great American Outdoors Act

This afternoon marks a historic day as the House of Representatives passed the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) in a 310-107 vote. The legislation will now go to the President for signature. The GAOA is the single greatest commitment to increasing public access and advancing conservation in our lifetime. This bill provides $900 million annually to the Land […]

Action Alert: Iconic African Species Protection Act (SB 1175)

California’s latest legislation, SB 1175, would ban both the importation and possession of eight commonly hunted African species, including taxidermy received after 2020. These species include: elephant, lion, leopard, rhino, giraffe, hippo, hyena, and zebra. This is an overreach by California, and in no way would this bill benefit these wildlife species.

Great American Outdoors Act

DSC is proud, alongside our partners, to support the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), which passed in the Senate on June 17. The GAOA is a historic bill that supports hunters, anglers, hikers, campers, climbers, and all outdoor enthusiasts. Among other important actions, GAOA would improve access by funding the federal maintenance backup of necessary […]

Support the Great American Outdoors Act

DSC is proud, alongside our partners, to support the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA). The GAOA is an important bill that supports hunters, anglers, hikers, campers, climbers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. Among other important actions, GAOA would improve access by funding the federal maintenance backup of necessary roads, trails, piers, campsites, parking lots, boat ramps, […]

Tracking the Capitols

DSC and Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation invite you to sign up for customized legislative and regulatory email alerts by clicking the “Subscribe to Tracking the Capitols” button below. In so doing, you can self-select the states and issues that you are most interested in, and will receive an email alert sent to your inbox with timely updates on […]