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Policy & Advocacy

Summer Naturalist 2025 Letter from Carol Timmis, Chair
July 30, 2025
FLORIDA
Boblink
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Applauds New NC Wildlife Action Plan 
July 16, 2025 — Thorough, science-based plan highlights opportunities to protect species and habitat.
NORTH CAROLINA
Legislative Wrap Up
July 15, 2025 — The Texas 89th Legislative Session Comes to a Close.
TEXAS
A photo of a Ruby-throated Hummingbird hovering next to a Jewelweed bloom
Protect Our Pollinators Vermont Coalition Press Release
July 01, 2025 — Vermont’s Neonicotinoid Restrictions Take Effect: Advocates Urge Timely Action on Rules to Protect Pollinators
VERMONT
Royal Tern banding
Meet Dana Sargent, Our New Community Building Director
June 23, 2025 — The newest member of our team will partner with chapters to advance bird-friendly policy and conservation projects.
NORTH CAROLINA
Why Federal Bird Science Deserves Our Strongest Support
June 11, 2025 — For decades, two programs from the U.S. Geological Survey have provided essential information about birds. They must continue to be fully funded.
Tiger Swallowtail Female on Green-headed Coneflower. Photo: Will Stuart/Flickr
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Statement: NC Bill Includes Bird-friendly Native Plant Policies
June 11, 2025 — Senate Bill 391 includes native plant policies that build on years of grassroots advocacy.
NORTH CAROLINA
people hiking in the woods
Tidal Wave of Grassroots Support for Conservation Saves 600 Acres in Northeast Florida
May 21, 2025 — People spoke up for Florida's special places.
FLORIDA
Responsibly Sited Renewables Are a Heatwave Buffer in Texas
May 15, 2025 — How renewables and responsible policy can keep Texas powered and protect the natural systems we depend on.
TEXAS
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members and staff with Senate Majority Leader Michael Lee. Photo: Liz Condo
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Members Flock to the NC Legislature for Advocacy Day
May 12, 2025 — Members met with more than 50 lawmakers to speak up for birds and people.
NORTH CAROLINA