Notice of Receipt of Recovery Permit Applications
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The notice pertains to the receipt of applications for recovery permits under the Endangered Species Act, aimed at enhancing the propagation and survival of endangered species. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invites public comments on these applications and underscores the importance of public input before granting the permits. The activities include various methods to monitor and support the recovery of endangered species by allowing certain actions that would typically be prohibited without a permit.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of public comment period for permit applications
- Details about prohibited activities and exceptions under the Endangered Species Act
- Clarification of submission methods for comments and requests for applications
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit public comments on recovery permit applications by May 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. eastern time using only authorized submission methods (Federal eRulemaking Portal or U.S. Mail to specified address)
Include the docket number FWS-R1-ES-2026-0992 in all comment submissions
Submit comments only through Federal eRulemaking Portal (https://www.regulations.gov) or U.S. Mail; do not submit via email, fax, or hand delivery
Specify applicant name and application number when requesting copies of permit applications and related documents
Consider all comments and information received during the public comment period before issuing recovery permits