U.S. Sen. Rick Scott introduced legislation aimed at speeding up federal approval for state-level wildlife conservation plans, establishing a strict 180-day deadline for federal action. The proposed bill, titled the Make State Wildlife Action Plan Efficient (SWAPs) Act, would require the U.S. Depart ment of the Interior to approve or address state submissions within six months. […] Florida Lawmakers Push Legislation To Set 180-Day Deadline For Federal Wildlife Plan Reviews ...read more read less