H.R.776 — Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025
House Roll Call
H.R.776
| Bill | H.R.776 — Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 361 / Nay 56 / Present 0 / Not Voting 16 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 156 | 56 | 0 | 6 |
| D | 205 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Bill Analysis
The Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025 (HR 776) aims to address the ecological and economic challenges posed by nutria, an invasive rodent species that significantly damages wetlands and agricultural lands across the United States. This bill reauthorizes and expands the existing federal program for nutria control, originally established under the Nutria Control Act of 2003.
The legislation authorizes funding for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and other relevant federal agencies to implement eradication and management strategies for nutria populations. It allocates $10 million annually for five years, allowing for the development of innovative control methods, public education initiatives, and partnerships with state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations. The bill emphasizes a collaborative approach to nutria management, encouraging the involvement of stakeholders in affected regions.
Key provisions of HR 776 include the establishment of a comprehensive national strategy for nutria control, which encompasses monitoring populations, assessing ecological impacts, and implementing targeted removal programs. The bill also mandates the creation of a reporting system to track the effectiveness of eradication efforts and the health of ecosystems impacted by nutria.
Beneficiaries of the bill include wildlife managers, agricultural producers, and local communities that suffer from the adverse effects of nutria. By mitigating the damage caused by this invasive species, the legislation aims to protect native habitats, enhance biodiversity, and support agricultural productivity.
The bill was introduced in the House and has progressed to the Senate, where it has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works for further consideration. Key timelines include the potential for committee hearings and discussions in the coming months, with the aim of passing the legislation before the end of the 119th Congress.
Yea (361)
K
Ken Calvert
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
S
Sylvester Turner
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Nay (56)
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
