WILD Act

This bill reauthorizes funding for five U.S. wildlife conservation programs (African Elephant, Asian Elephant, Rhinoceros and Tiger, Great Ape, and Marine Turtle Conservation Acts) through 2028, extending the previous 2019-2023 authorization period. It adds a new provision allowing the Secretary to award multiyear grants of up to 5 years for long-term conservation projects targeting specific species and their habitats, while still permitting annual grants. The bill directly affects conservation organizations, researchers, and federal agencies implementing these programs by providing more flexible funding options. It makes no changes to existing conservation requirements but adjusts the funding authorization periods and grant structure for these species-specific programs.