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John,
Our world is about to transform. Buds will appear on trees, wildflowers will freckle our hillsides, and furry critters will yawn out of their hibernations.
Can you imagine that springtime transformation without the buzz of bees or the flash of a butterfly's wing?
Bees and butterflies are in trouble. But a new bipartisan bill could give them some much-needed help by making federal lands more pollinator-friendly and prioritizing native plants in their landscaping.[1]
Take action: Make public land pollinator-friendly by supporting the Building Native Habitats Act.
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The frightening truth is, springtime without some of our most iconic pollinators isn't as far away as you may like to think. As food and habitat becomes harder to find, and pesticides wreak havoc on bees and butterflies alike, our planet is facing an insect apocalypse.[2]
A recent study showed that in just two decades, total butterfly populations in the U.S. fell by 22%.[3]
We need bipartisan bills like this one if we're going to protect our most essential pollinators before they're gone for good.
Tell your U.S. representative: Support the bipartisan Building Native Habitats Act to protect bees and butterflies before it's too late.
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This bill would prioritize native plants on federal lands, transforming these spaces into pollinator-friendly habitats. Native plants are specifically adapted to their environment, helping with everything from improving the health of the soil to providing food sources for local wildlife.[4]
Protecting our vibrant springtimes is something everyone can get behind. Legislation like this could set us on a path to living more harmoniously alongside even our smallest wildlife, turning federal lands into pollinator havens.
Protect butterflies and bees by sending your message today.
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Thank you,
Ellen Montgomery
1. Caroline Wagar and Lisa Frank, "STATEMENT: New bill could mean more bees and butterflies in the skies," Environment America, February 24, 2025.
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2. Stephen Leahy, "Insect 'apocalypse' in U.S. driven by 50x increase in toxic pesticides," National Geographic, August 6, 2019.
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3. Dino Grandoni, "Butterflies in the U.S. are disappearing at a 'catastrophic' rate," Washington Post, March 6, 2025.
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4. Caroline Wagar and Lisa Frank, "STATEMENT: New bill could mean more bees and butterflies in the skies," Environment America, February 24, 2025.
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