Important – To Amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973

Contact Your Representative. All Information (Except Text) for H.R.102 – To amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to prevent a species that is not native to the United States from being listed as an endangered species or a threatened species, to prohibit certain types of financial assistance, and for other purposes.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/102/all-infos=6&r=3&q=%7B%22search%22%3A%22endangered+species+act%22%7D&allSummaries=show

• How to Find Your Members in the US Congress

https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member

• How to Find Your Representative

https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

• 5/2013 – Postal Increase on Live Birds

• Captive Bred Wildlife Permit Information

• USDA is still accepting written comments until October 29, 2020 

http://beta.regulations.gov/documents/APHIS-2020-0068-0001

• (There are 5 questions USDA is asking for input on currently)

• Changes-Animal-Welfare-Act-Being-Considered(2)

• Standards for Birds Not Bred for Use in Research under the Animal Welfare Act – Federal Register Feb 2022

• USDA Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Establish Animal Welfare Regulations for Birds 2-22

• USDA Animal Care Welfare Inspection Procedures for Birds FAQ Updated Feb 22, 2022

        https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalwelfare/new-bird-rule/awa-standards-for-birds-faq

• From the USDA document Agency/Docket Number: Docket No. APHIS-2020-0068 – March 2023 Link Below.
  From the USDA Agency-Docket Number Docket No APHIS-2020-0068

• Wild and Exotic Poultry under the AWA – Last updated 12-19-2023

• Where can I get more information about the birds under the AWA?
  More information regarding birds under the AWA, including frequently asked questions and informational videos, can be found on the USDA APHIS website:
  https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalwelfare/new-bird-rule/awa-standards-for-birds

• How do I apply for license or registration under the AWA?
  To learn more about licensing or registration under the AWA or to apply, please visit the USDA APHIS website:

          http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animalwelfare/apply

• If you have any questions about applying for a license or registration under the Animal Welfare Act, please contact USDA Animal Care at:
• 2150 Centre Avenue Building B, Mailstop 3W11, Fort Collins, CO 80526
  Phone: (970) 494-7478 Email: animalcare@usda.gov
• Apply for a License or Registration 12-22-2023
• List of Pet Birds as Definedby the Animal Welfare Regulations Update 12-22-2023
• List of Pet Birds as Defined by the Animal Welfare Regulations Last Modified 12-22-2023

• APHIS/USDA Guidelines for Auction Cages 1-20-2024
  
• APHIS.USDA Guidelines for Auction Cages Modified 1-20-2024

• (Updated Mach 20, 2024) – On February 21, 2023, APHIS published a final rule in the Federal Register establishing new welfare standards for birds. These regulations ensure the humane handling, care, treatment, and transportation of birds regulated under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA).

  APHIS phased in the avian regulations for current and new licensees and registrants:

  • August 21, 2023: Currently licensed or registered facilities must become compliant.
  • February 21, 2024: New licensees or registrants must become compliant.

  This page provides a general overview of the welfare standards for birds and includes resources to help current and new licensees and registrants be compliant.

  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-9/chapter-I/subchapter-A/part-3/subpart-G

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/awa/bird-standards/faq