Migratory Bird Conservation Commission
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Migratory Bird Conservation Commission (MBCC) is responsible for the strategic acquisition of lands to protect migratory bird populations by expanding the National Wildlife Refuge System.
Mission
The mission of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission is to select and approve lands for conservation within the National Wildlife Refuge System, focusing on habitats critical for migratory birds. This involves balancing ecological priorities with land availability to ensure the survival and well-being of migratory bird species.
Parent organization
The MBCC is part of the broader framework of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), which falls under the Department of the Interior.
Legislation
The MBCC was established by the Migratory Bird Conservation Act of 1929, which aimed to protect migratory birds by establishing a system of refuges.
Partners
MBCC works in conjunction with:
- Various state wildlife agencies
- Conservation organizations like Ducks Unlimited
- Other federal agencies involved in land management.
Number of employees
The MBCC does not have a distinct number of employees as it operates through the staff of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Organization structure
- Commission Members include high-ranking officials from relevant government departments and conservation organizations.
- Supporting Staff from the FWS provide administrative and technical support.
List of programs
- National Wildlife Refuge System Land Acquisition Program
- Migratory Bird Habitat Initiative
- Review and approval of land acquisition proposals for bird conservation.
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for the MBCC are not publicized separately since it is part of the broader FWS budget.
Leader
The Commission is led by a Chair, typically the Secretary of the Interior.
Services provided
The MBCC services include evaluating and approving land purchases for wildlife refuges, providing policy recommendations on migratory bird conservation, and facilitating partnerships for habitat restoration and protection. They ensure that acquired lands serve the conservation needs of migratory birds effectively.
Regulations overseen
While not directly overseeing regulations, the MBCC's activities are guided by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which sets the legal framework for protecting migratory birds in the U.S.
Headquarters address
1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, USA
History
The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission was created in 1929 as part of international efforts to conserve migratory birds, following treaties with Canada and other countries. It has played a key role in expanding the National Wildlife Refuge System, significantly contributing to the preservation of habitats for migratory birds across the United States.