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Take Action for the National Wildlife Refuge System
Congress has several opportunities this year to strengthen the National Wildlife Refuge System. Please take action today to help secure the funding, infrastructure, and conservation resources national wildlife refuges need to protect wildlife, restore habitat, welcome visitors, and serve communities.
Fund the Refuge System in FY2027
Urge Congress to support $761 million for the National Wildlife Refuge System Operations and Maintenance account in FY2027.
This funding is an important step toward addressing staffing, habitat management, visitor services, law enforcement, maintenance, and public access challenges across the Refuge System.
Invest in Refuge Roads, Trails, and Wildlife Connectivity
Urge Congress to provide $100 million annually for the National Wildlife Refuge System Transportation Program, with automatic annual inflationary adjustments.
This funding supports roads, trails, bridges, boardwalks, culverts, wildlife crossings, safe public access, and habitat connectivity.
Reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund
Urge Congress to reauthorize the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund in the America the Beautiful Act.
This program helps address deferred maintenance and supports visitor centers, trails, boardwalks, signage, water infrastructure, operational buildings, and other essential refuge assets.
Advocacy Resource Tip
Want a quick overview of all three congressional priorities? Download the fact sheets above and share them with your networks, partners, or elected officials.
Help keep this work going
The Refuge Association works year-round to protect, promote, and enhance the National Wildlife Refuge System. Your support helps us continue advocating for the funding, staffing, infrastructure, and conservation resources refuges need.
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