Congressman Alan Lowenthal (CA-47), today, joined with Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) to introduce the bipartisan Migratory Bird Protection Act, legislation that would permanently codify important and much-needed protections for millions of migratory birds. The legislation would provide regulatory certainty for industries and help ensure that we meet the conservation goals of the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) which forms the backbone of our nation’s migratory bird conservation efforts. The legislation is also co-sponsored by 47 Members of Congress.
“The MBTA has been a critical tool for bird conservation for over 100 years,” Congressman Lowenthal said. “Democratic and Republican presidential administration since the 1970s have interpreted and applied the law in a similar way, which has saved countless numbers of birds. Our bill would prevent future federal executive action that may apply a flawed interpretation to the MBTA, and once and for all reaffirm
Congressman Alan Lowenthal (CA-47) joined with 12 of his House colleagues to reintroduce the Billie Jean King Gold Medal Act, legislation which would award King the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of her extensive accomplishments and contributions to athletics, women’s equality, the LGBTQ community, and American culture.
“The word icon is simply not enough to describe the tremendous impact Billie Jean King has had on not only tennis and the United States, but on the entire world,” Congressman Lowenthal said. “Throughout her life, her passion, her leadership, and her vision have redefined the role of women in both sports and American culture. She is a pioneer in athletics, a trailblazer in the fight for equality, a role model for women and the LGBTQ community, and an inspiration to every American. She has not only earned this honor–she deserves it for the ground she has broken and the paths that she has set.”
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Congressman Alan Lowenthal (CA-47) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), today, joined by 20 House colleagues, introduced legislation to protect imperiled seabirds from international fishing threats while increasing ongoing seabird conservation efforts in the United States and abroad.
The Albatross and Petrel Conservation Act would implement the Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels (ACAP), an international conservation agreement that has been signed by 13 member countries since 2001 and covers 31 species of albatrosses, petrels and shearwaters. Despite previous calls by President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama to ratify the agreement, the Senate has yet to vote on the agreement.
“This is a critical opportunity for the United States to resume its leadership role in international conservation efforts,” Congressman Lowenthal said. “It is vital that we implement the ACAP to encourage other nations to adopt strong conservation standards and als
Despite the fact that the Democratic primary in Florida doesn’t happen until near the end of summer, Sunday’s Good Morning America was already looking ahead and trying to boost the Senate campaign of Florida Congresswoman Val Demings, who’s looking to unseat Republican Marco Rubio.