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Trump Administration Makes Major Changes To Protections For Endangered Species

Nathan Rott, NPR

Posted on August 13, 2019 · Interior Secretary David Bernhardt says the revisions will make the landmark conservation law more efficient. Critics say it will hurt endangered plants and animals as they face mounting threats.

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Critics Say Border Wall Could Harm Wildlife Corridors And Sensitive Desert Terrain

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Posted on February 21, 2019 · The wall along the U.S.-Mexico border cuts across sensitive desert and mountainous terrain. But environmental regulations are waived for wall construction, raising concerns about longterm damage.

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What Could Proposed Changes To The Endangered Species Act Mean For Critters — And Business — In Texas?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on July 31, 2018 · The Trump administration has proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. Houston Matters discusses what that could mean for creatures in need of protection in the Lone Star State as well as the oil and gas industry here.

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Full Show: Firefighters Sue Mayor Turner, And Changes To The Endangered Species Act (July 31, 2018)

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Posted on July 31, 2018 · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We learn why Houston’s firefighter union is suing Mayor Turner and a city council member. We discuss who can record video and audio of you -- with or without your consent. We examine proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. And a Houston filmmaker has made a prequel to one of the worst movies ever made.

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