US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB3717

Introduced
 
Introduced
6/4/25  

Caption

Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025

Impact

The bill outlines various activities, including research on the biology and environmental tolerances of the golden mussel, its impacts on ecosystems, and the development of eradication methods. By implementing these strategies, the legislation aims to enhance existing frameworks of environmental management and extend technical assistance to local authorities for effective responses to infestations. The program will initially focus on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and other waters identified as vulnerable to infestation.

Summary

House Bill 3717, titled the Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025, seeks to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 by establishing a comprehensive demonstration program focused on the prevention and control of the golden mussel. This invasive species poses significant threats to ecosystems, as it affects fisheries, water quality, and the balance of local environmental systems. The bill emphasizes collaborative efforts among federal, state, and local agencies to develop effective management strategies against the golden mussel's spread.

Contention

While the intent to control the golden mussel is widely supported, concerns may arise regarding the allocation of resources and the feasibility of the proposed control methods. Critics may question the effectiveness of the demonstrative program and the long-term implications for ecosystems if the control measures are not carefully monitored and managed. Additionally, the bill's cost implications, estimated at $15 million annually, could generate debate over budgetary prioritization in environmental funding.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US SB4603

Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2026

US AB2032

An act to add Sections 2150.6 and 2301.5 to the Fish and Game Code, to add Section 12824.1 to the Food and Agricultural Code, and to add Section 13371 to the Water Code, relating to fish and wildlife, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.

US HB8876

Aquatic Invasive Species Control and Prevention Act of 2026

US AB1772

An act to amend Sections 2301 and 2303 of, to add Sections 2301.1, 2301.2, 2301.3, 2301.4, 2301.6, and 2301.7 to, and to add Chapter 3.6 (commencing with Section 2305) to Division 3 of, the Fish and Game Code, relating to fish and wildlife.

US AB1894

An act to add Section 2302.5 to the Fish and Game Code, relating to fish and wildlife.

US HB776

Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the Nutria Eradication and Control Act of 2003, which allows the Department of the Interior to provide financial assistance to states for (1) eradicating or controlling nutria, and (2) restoring marshland damaged by nutria. Nutria are invasive, semi-aquatic rodents.

US SB280

Feral swine; creating the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Grant Program. Effective date.

US SB280

Feral swine; creating the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Grant Program. Effective date.

US SB319

Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement Act of 2025This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enter into a contract to evaluate the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program.Under the program, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service works in coordination with the Texas Animal Health Commission to combat the spread of cattle fever ticks, which can spread a serious cattle disease called bovine babesiosis or cattle fever.Specifically, USDA must enter into a contract to review and report on the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program with a (1) land-grant college or university, or (2) non-land-grant college of agriculture.The review must include an evaluation of the program's (1) effectiveness with respect to preventing and reducing the spread of cattle fever ticks; and (2) benefits, and the burdens of compliance, to cattle producers.The review must also evaluate the treatment protocols developed and implemented under the program.Further, the review must evaluate the federal and state funds allocated to support the program for the most recent fiscal year. 

US HB4107

GOLDEN DOME Act of 2025 Ground and Orbital Launched Defeat of Emergent Nuclear Destruction and Other Missile Engagements Act of 2025

Similar Bills

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