S.1596 — Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act
House Roll Call
S.1596
| Bill | S.1596 — Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 372 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 59 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 194 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| D | 178 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Bill Analysis
The Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act (S. 1596) establishes the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge in California, aimed at conserving critical habitats and promoting biodiversity. The legislation designates approximately 1,500 acres of land in the San Diego region as a national wildlife refuge, which will be managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
The Act provides the USFWS with the authority to acquire land and interests in land within the designated area through purchase, donation, or exchange. It also allows for the management of the refuge to support wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, and public access for recreational activities such as birdwatching, hiking, and educational programs. The Act emphasizes the protection of local wildlife species, particularly those that are threatened or endangered, and aims to restore native habitats that have been impacted by urban development and agricultural practices.
Funding for the refuge will be sourced from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), which allocates federal funds for the acquisition and maintenance of public lands. The Act does not specify a set funding amount but directs the Secretary of the Interior to prioritize funding for the refuge’s establishment and ongoing management.
Key beneficiaries of the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge include local wildlife populations, conservation organizations, and the general public who will have access to enhanced recreational opportunities. The Act also supports local economies through eco-tourism and educational initiatives.
The legislation was signed into law on June 30, 2023, becoming Public Law No: 119-30. Following its enactment, the USFWS is expected to initiate the planning and management processes for the refuge, with timelines for land acquisition and habitat restoration to be determined in subsequent years.
Yea (372)
K
Ken Calvert
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
S
Scott Franklin
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
E
Eric Swalwell
N
Nydia Velázquez
Not Voting (59)
M
Mark Green
J
John Rutherford
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
