Ducks Unlimited’s dedicated team of public policy experts work in Washington D.C., and in statehouses nationwide to advocate for policies that help conserve wetlands and waterfowl habitat and protect our precious outdoor heritage for the next generation.
Ducks Unlimited Public Policy staff and volunteers collaborate with state and federal legislators, administration officials and state game and fish agencies to promote policies that protect habitat, improve the environment and provide opportunities to continue our waterfowling traditions. DU utilizes federal policies, such as NAWCA and the Farm Bill, to meet the conservation goals outlined in the North American Waterfowl Management Plan.
Ducks Unlimited utilizes federal programs, like the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA), to conserve waterfowl, fish and wildlife resources while producing a variety of environmental and economic benefits.
Most of the remaining wetlands in the United States are on private land, where many waterfowl are raised, migrate and winter. Ducks Unlimited supports balanced agricultural policies to help American farmers and ranchers be more competitive and successful. Farm Bill conservation programs are some of the most effective tools for conserving wildlife habitat on private land.
A Federal Duck Stamp is required to hunt waterfowl in the U.S. while most states also require state licenses. Learn how these contributions by waterfowlers become the best return on investment for habitat conservation in North America.
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