WASHINGTON, D.C. — The introduction of a bipartisan bill in the House to reauthorize the America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act demonstrates the broad support for wildlife conservation. Championed by Representatives Wittman (R-Va.), Kiggans (R-Va.), Thompson (D-Calif.) and Dingell (D-Mich.), the introduction follows unanimous passage of a similar bill in the Senate last month.

“Roughly a third of all species in the United States are at risk,” said Andrew Wilkins, director of land conservation policy at the National Wildlife Federation. “We’re so pleased that Representative Wittman and his colleagues are leading this effort to reauthorize the ACE Act, which supports collaborative efforts to restore habitat for wildlife on our lands and in our waters. Americans are united in support of protecting our outdoor heritage and we are hoping for a swift, bipartisan vote in favor of this bill.”