1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

nd of wild, sacred energy—and I can’t imagine living anywhere else. and biodiversity. The forests, wetlands, and waters here have a ki e this place as home because I fell in love with its natural beauty I’m writing to you as a Florida state resident and someone who chos angered Species Amendment Act of 2025,” and I urge you to oppose it . As you know, Florida is home to a rich tapestry of ecosystems—ea That’s why I’m deeply concerned about H.R. 1897, the so-called “End ch providing sanctuary for species found nowhere else. These fragile habitats are constantly under threat from development and industry. Without strong, science-based protections, we risk losing not just indi vidual species, but entire communities of life that make our region extraordinary. This bill proposes sweeping changes that would weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a cornerstone of conservation in the U.S. for over 50 years. By s short-term profits ahead of long-term stewardship. hifting responsibilities to under-resourced state agencies and sidelining scientific input in favor of political and industrial interests, the bill puts openly supported the bill—to further exploit the land I and so man In effect, it opens the door for powerful groups—many of which have y others hold dear. I understand the importance of economic growth and infrastructure. But once a species is gone, it’s gone forever. Once a landscape is destroyed, it doesn’t come back. be morally wrong. ing it now, especially as we face accelerating climate change and w idespread habitat degradation, would be not only reckless—it would The ESA was designed to prevent this kind of permanent loss. Weaken Please stand with the overwhelming majority of Americans who suppor and highways, but also the wild, irreplaceable beauty that makes t and help ensure that future generations inherit not just our cities t strong protections for endangered species. Vote NO on H.R. 1897, his country—and this state—so extraordinary. Thank you for your time and service.