Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council; Request for Nominations
By Wildlife Service, Interior Department, Fish · Oct 6, 2026, 11:00 PM CDT
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is seeking member nominations to the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council (Council). Individuals who submitted a cover letter and resume in response to the April 21, 2026, request for nominations do not need to resubmit for this request. The Council will provide recommendations to the Federal Government, through the Secretary of the
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AI analysisCall to ActionThe announcement directly solicits nominations, indicating an active recruitment effort.
Clarification of ProcessThe notice reduces redundancy for prior applicants, streamlining the nomination process.
Purpose StatementThe passage outlines the council’s advisory scope and its intended impact on policy, partnerships, and public access.
Context
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The announcement does not specify the total number of council seats, the qualifications or selection criteria for nominees, the timeline for appointment, or how the public can obtain the nomination materials.
Important context
The council is a federal advisory body intended to influence wildlife and habitat policy and to represent hunting and shooting sport interests. Its recommendations are directed to two cabinet secretaries, indicating a potentially significant role in shaping inter‑agency conservation strategies.
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