Federal Affairs
SCI is the only pro-hunting organization with an office in Washington, D.C. that has full-time policy experts, in-house legal counsel and on-staff dedicated to protecting hunting everywhere.
SCI monitors, evaluates and lobbies on federal legislation impacting hunting, hunters and wildlife conservation. SCI ensures that hunting interests are at the forefront when important bills come up by building relationships with Congressional leaders as well as staying current on the issues.
Each year in May, SCI hosts Lobby Day where SCI members from all around the country come to Washington, D.C. for personal meetings with Senators, Representatives and their staffs. During these important lobbying opportunities, SCI members share SCI’s positions on key pieces of legislation. These visits also provide SCI members with an opportunity to highlight the organization, its achievements and assets. SCI’s Washington, D.C. hunter advocacy staff provide federal legislators with information about SCI’s concerns and interests throughout the year.
On The Issues
Recent Federal Affairs Articles
Safari Club International Statement on the Passing of Congressman John Dingell
John Dingell, Jr. of Michigan served in the U.S. House of Representatives from his first election in 1955 until 2015—an incredible six decades—making him the longest serving Member of Congress in U.S. history. Throughout his life and Congressional service, Dingell was an avid sportsman and friend to America’s hunters. SCI
Read MorePresident Trump Taps David Bernhardt For Secretary Of Interior
President Donald Trump has selected acting Interior Secretary David Bernhardt as a permanent replacement for former Secretary Ryan Zinke. In a tweet Monday announcing his decision, the President said: “David has done a fantastic job from the day he arrived, and we look forward to having his nomination officially confirmed!”
Read MorePresident Trump Taps David Bernhardt For Secretary Of Interior
President Donald Trump has selected acting Interior Secretary David Bernhardt as a permanent replacement for former Secretary Ryan Zinke. In a tweet Monday announcing his decision, the President said: “David has done a fantastic job from the day he arrived, and we look forward to having his nomination officially confirmed!”
Read MoreU.S. Fish And Wildlife Service Directing Furloughed Staff Back To Work Assuring Continued Hunting
The USFWS issued an email last Tuesday addressing opportunities, including hunting, which are being lost in the government shutdown. Margaret Everson, principal deputy direct of the Fish and Wildlife Service said that 38 wildlife refuges around the country will bring back some staff using carryover funds. “While many of our
Read MoreInterior Secretary Ryan Zinke To Leave Trump Administration
Interior Secretary Zinke will be leaving his post at the end of the month, according to a tweet sent out by the President early Saturday morning. Interior Secretary Zinke will be leaving his post at the end of the month, according to a tweet sent out by the President early
Read MoreOnce More to the Courts for Grizzlies
SCI and the NRA filed a Notice of Appeal in the case that will determine the validity of the delisting the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) grizzly bear population. SCI and the NRA joined the State of Wyoming, that had already noticed its appeal. Other hunting groups, including U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance
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