Read LWF’s 2-page recommendations for comprehensive water management. Louisiana may seem to have abundant amounts of water to serve all our needs for drinking water, agriculture, and industrial use. But
Water Management and What Louisiana is Lacking Read More »
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 »
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 »
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
Press Release: Louisiana Wildlife Federation Joins Lawsuit to Take ‘God Squad’ to Court 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
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 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 »
LWF Staff have joined efforts with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and will be participating in the 2025 LDWF Black Bass Management Plan (BBMP) Stakeholders Working Group in
Louisiana and the Plan to Improve Statewide Black Bass Management Read More »