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Erik Schneider

Policy Manager
About

Erik Schneider is a policy manager for the National Audubon Society. Previously based in Washington, DC, and now working remotely in Washington state, he has worked for Audubon since 2013, where he advocates for national policy priorities for the organization, with a focus on environmental laws, policies, and legislation that advance migratory bird conservation. He is originally from the Chicago area, and has a Master of Public Affairs degree from Indiana University.

Articles by Erik Schneider

Legislation Aims to Improve Law Credited with Saving Bird Species from Extinction
May 06, 2025 — Bill introduced this week would update the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, provide regulatory stability, and strengthen conservation efforts.
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A rufous hummingbird seats on a branch.
The State of the Birds Report is a Call to Action. These Policies Will Help.
November 09, 2022 — New report shows a pathway to bring birds back with key policy opportunities.
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Bird Protections Restored, and Key Process Advances to Strengthen Rules
December 14, 2021 — After bringing back critical protections in the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act, policymakers are considering changes that will build on the law for the future.
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