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Eastern Meadowlark. Photo: Sue Dougherty/̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Photography Awards
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ NC’s Policy Priorities for Birds in 2026
April 07, 2026 — From conservation funding to wetlands protections to farmland loss, here are our top policy priorities for birds this year.
NORTH CAROLINA
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡Â Welcomes Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Cooperative Watershed Management 
April 02, 2026 — Reauthorization would advance western water security, restore habitat, and support local jobs.
Western Water
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ California’s 2026 State Legislative Priorities
April 02, 2026 — How ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ California’s 2026 priorities help protect the water and habitat birds need, support safe water for communities, expand access to nature for all, and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act.
CALIFORNIA
Protections for Birds Worldwide Advanced by Successful COP15
April 01, 2026 — Leaders and experts from across the hemisphere meet to chart a course for improved habitat and species management.
Least Sandpiper on beach near water
U.S. House Passes Legislation to Reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
March 26, 2026
GREAT LAKES
A Northern Harrier swoops down into a field of dry grasses.
New York State Regulations Fall Short for Grassland Birds
March 23, 2026
NEW YORK
Advocacy Day 2025. Photo: Liz Condo
Advocacy Day 2026
March 23, 2026 — Complete these steps now to confirm your participation in ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ North Carolina’s 2026 Advocacy Day on Wednesday, June 3.
NORTH CAROLINA
Protecting Migratory Birds Worldwide: What to Watch for at COP15
March 19, 2026 — Ahead of the Convention on Migratory Species COP15 in Brazil, global community members unite to protect migratory birds and the habitats they need to survive.
American Barn Owl, Alameda County, California
2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
March 16, 2026 — Wins, Challenges, and What Comes Next for Birds
WASHINGTON
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members gather on March 11, 2026 for ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Great Lakes Advocacy Day at the Michigan State Capitol.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Advocates Gather at Statehouse, Call for Wetland Protections and Renewable Energy Solutions to Protect Birds
March 12, 2026 — Michiganders flock to the Michigan State Capitol for ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Great Lakes Advocacy Day
GREAT LAKES