Migratory Bird Treaty Act reform passes
Reforms to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act pass, ensuring continued protection of migratory birds.
NAWMP update published
The North American Waterfowl Management Plan Update calls for strengthening biological foundations of Joint Venture' scientific capacity.
Waterbird Plan published
The North American Waterbird Conservation Plan provides an overarching continental framework and guide for conserving waterbirds.
Central Hardwoods JV established
The Central Hardwoods Joint Venture works to ensure the long-term viability of native bird populations across the central hardwoods bird conservation region.
Neotrop Act passes
The Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act passed by Congress to perpetuate healthy populations of Neotropical migratory birds and assist in their conservation by supporting efforts in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
U.S. Shorebird Conservation Plan established
The U.S. Shorebird Conservation Plan provides a scientific framework to determine shorebird species, sites, and habitats most in need of conservation action.
Sea Duck JV established
The Sea Duck Joint Venture promotes the conservation of North American sea ducks by providing greater knowledge and understanding to improve management efforts.
BCRs established
Bird Conservation Regions defined and approved by the NABCI Committee.
Sonoran JV established
The Sonoran Joint Venture forms as the first binational JV with Mexico, working to conserve the unique birds and habitats of the southwestern U.S. and northwestern Mexico.
JVs become all-bird
Joint Ventures begin to integrate birds beyond waterfowl into their conservation focus.