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Grizzlies are stepping back into state hands after decades of federal protection — a bold move celebrating their rebound, but sparking fierce debate. With populations soaring past recovery goals, governors in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho argue it’s time for states to lead management, citing rising human-bear conflicts and livestock losses. New rules grant states more leeway in handling problem bears and even soften penalties for accidental deaths in traps. Conservationists push back, warning grizzlies remain fragile and need federal oversight to survive. The shift signals a major change in how these iconic animals are managed — with hunting seasons untouched for now — as the nation grapples with balancing human development and wildlife survival.

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