A Practical Step Forward for Wildlife, Reducing Litter House Bill 851 by Representative Illg has officially passed the Louisiana Legislature and now advances to Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry for signature. […]
HB 851 Prohibiting Intentional Mass Release of Balloons Passes House, Senate Read More »
Download LWF’s 2026 position: Pine Forest Management in Louisiana: Advancing Biodiversity-Based Forest Landscapes for Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat Louisiana’s forests are essential to wildlife, water quality, and the economic and cultural
Building Resilient Forests in Louisiana Read More »
Following earlier action in the House, three key menhaden-related bills were heard today, April 29, 2026, in the Senate Natural Resources Committee. All three measures passed the committee without objection
Update: Menhaden Legislation Advances in Senate Natural Resources Committee Read More »
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
What Is the “God Squad” and Why It Matters for Louisiana’s Gulf Waters Read More »
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
Pipeline Liability Bills Undermine Accountability and Threaten Louisiana Lands Read More »
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
Chronic Wasting Disease in Louisiana: Recommendations for Responsible Management Read More »
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
Louisiana Wildlife Federation Supports New Protections for Atlantic Tarpon Read More »
The Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) recently submitted formal public comments on the Draft Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Plan developed by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA). This annual plan
LWF Provides Comment on CPRA’s FY 2027 Coastal Plan — With a Strong Focus on White Lake Read More »
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
Rolling Back Menhaden Buffer Protections is the Wrong Move for Louisiana Read More »