Advocacy

From its inception, the League and its members have been advocates for conserving, protecting and enjoying our country’s incredible array of natural resources.  Our active engagement coupled with a practical approach to problem solving has made a difference from town halls to the halls of Congress for 90 years. The Advocacy section of this Web site provides the tools, information, and other resources you need to affect public policy — from the nation's capital to your home town.

Key Issues to Take Action on Now! Read about critical conservation issues that we need your help with now.

President Obama's Fiscal Year 2013 Budget: On February 13, President Obama submitted a proposed federal budget for fiscal year 2013 to Congress. This proposal launches the annual budget process in Congress, and the request provides a framework for funding everything from national defense to transportation. Deliberations in Congress will now focus on going up or (more likely) down from here.

Conservation Policy Priorities for 2012: The more than 38,000 members of the Izaak Walton League of America (IWLA) are committed to advancing common sense policies that conserve wildlife and habitat, support community-based conservation, and promote outdoor recreation.  In 2012, the League’s conservation policy priorities fall within four broad categories, including improving agricultural conservation, safeguarding clean water, restoring the Missouri and Upper Mississippi Rivers, and promoting a clean energy future.  Read more about the League’s conservation policy priorities.

Testimony on Federal Funding Priorities: Each year, Congress develops appropriations bills that fund government agencies and programs.  This process provides the League with the opportunity to weigh in on its priorities across a range of issues.