Protect CA Endangered Species from Federal Threats
Urge Governor Newsom to Sign AB 1319
What’s Happening?
California wildlife is at a crossroads. The Trump administration has made it clear that it intends to weaken protections for biodiversity, particularly endangered and threatened species. Since January, President Trump has issued multiple executive orders with directives to weaken protections for species protected under the federal Endangered Species Act
AB 1319 would create a clear, science-based process for the state to step in and protect endangered species when federal protections are weakened or repealed.
Right now, 80 species of fish and wildlife and 65 native plant species in California are listed as endangered or threatened only under the federal Endangered Species Act. If federal protections are destroyed without state-level protections put in place, these species could lose vital safeguards overnight.
AB 1319 gives California the ability to act quickly, without waiting for Washington, to protect the biodiversity that makes our state so extraordinary.
What’s at Stake in the Eastern Sierra?
Species native to the Eastern Sierra like the Desert Pupfish, Bi-State Sage-Grouse, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, Paiute Cutthroat Trout, and Long Valley Speckled Dace are all federally protected but lack state protections.
By signing AB 1319 into law, Governor Newsom would ensure that California’s imperiled wildlife stays protected, even if federal protections are stripped away. This bill also strengthens safeguards against illegal wildlife trafficking, helping keep our ecosystems intact for generations to come.
What YOU Can Do:
Unfortunately, while AB 1319 has been amended to address the concerns raised by the state administration, this bill is still opposed by industry, water agencies, and big agriculture. That’s why we need conservation advocates like you, reaching out to the Governor’s office to urge him to sign this bill into law and protect California’s biodiversity from federal rollbacks.
Call the Governor’s Office: (916) 445-2841
Talking points:
– Please sign AB 1319 to protect California’s most imperiled species from federal rollbacks.
– The bill creates a transparent, science-based process to quickly safeguard species at risk.
– AB 1319 improves protections against illegal wildlife trafficking.
– Signing this bill ensures California continues to lead the nation in biodiversity and biodiversity conservation.
Email the Governor
Go to: www.gov.ca.gov/contact and follow these steps:
1) Under Topic, select “An Active Bill.”
2) Under Specific Bill, choose “AB 1319.”
3) Under Purpose, select “Leave a Comment.”
4) Click Next, choose Pro, and enter your message.
Example message:
Please support AB 1319. This bill would protect California’s most imperiled species from federal rollbacks. It provides a transparent, science-based, and efficient process to safeguard wildlife and includes measures against illegal wildlife trafficking. By signing AB 1319, you’ll be protecting California’s biodiversity for future generations.
5) Then click Next, fill in your contact info, and submit!
Help Spread the Word
- Share this alert with friends, family, and fellow wildlife lovers. The more people who speak up, the more likely it is Governor Newsom will sign this bill into law.
- Share this action on social media. We’ll be publishing a post about AB1319 soon, so follow us on Instagram and Facebook so you can repost it.
What Else Can You Do?
Donate to Friends of the Inyo
Please donate to help ensure Friends of the Inyo can continue to push back on attacks against public lands and the environment.
Volunteer with Friends of the Inyo
Give back to the land and help support public land managers in this difficult time. Sign up to our Volunteer email newsletter to be notified of land stewardship volunteer opportunities.
Every message helps. Thank you for standing up for California’s wildlife and the wild places we all love.
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