Louisiana Wildlife Federation Joins National Wildlife Federation and affiliates, National Parks Conservation Association in Lawsuit to Take ‘God Squad’ to Court Trump administration’s attempt to sacrifice the Gulf coast to […]
The Endangered Species Act (ESA), passed in 1973, is one of the most important conservation laws in the United States. At its core, the ESA is designed to do something […]
Proposed Changes to Wildlife and Fisheries Commission Raise Questions About Balance and Independence
Recent legislation moving through the Louisiana Legislature could significantly reshape the structure of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission, raising important questions about balance, continuity, and the long-standing role of […]
Recent legislation introduced in the Louisiana Legislature, House Bill 731 and Senate Bill 428, represents a significant and concerning shift in how pipeline companies are held accountable for their impacts […]
This week, the Louisiana House of Representatives considered four key bills aimed at improving management of the state’s menhaden fishery. The outcome reflects both meaningful progress and a significant missed […]
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is no longer a distant concern or a problem confined to other states. It is present in Louisiana, and how we respond now will determine whether […]
For generations, the Atlantic tarpon, known around the world as the legendary “Silver King,” has captured the imagination of anglers and coastal communities alike. Few fish in the Gulf inspire the same level […]
The Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) recently submitted formal comments opposing the current proposal to weaken Louisiana’s nearshore menhaden buffer zones. These buffers were adopted in 2024 after years of public […]
Concerns from recreational fishermen about the negative impacts to Louisiana’s fisheries resources by the commercial menhaden industry, including potential impacts to sensitive coastal estuaries, have been the subject of fierce […]
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) recently released their Offshore Wind Film Series “Coast to Coast” that features responsible offshore wind development while avoiding, minimizing, and mitigating adverse impacts on marine and […]