August 4, 2025
The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies enthusiastically commends the Senate for confirming the nomination of Brian Nesvik, who will serve as Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service). On August 1, 2025, the Senate confirmed the former Director of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.
“We applaud the selection and confirmation of Brian Nesvik, a proven leader who possesses a strong history of collaboration and conservation,” said Judy Camuso, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and President of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies. “Mr. Nesvik’s commitment to fulfilling the public trust responsibilities, understanding of cooperative management and commitment to science-based conservation, make him an ideal choice to lead the federal agency most critical to our natural resources. Mr. Nesvik’s experience, demonstrated collaborative leadership skills, and commitment to conservation excellence will strengthen the federal-state relationship and enhance our shared efforts to sustain America’s fish and wildlife resources for future generations.”
The Association proudly supported his nomination and joined many other conservation organizations in advocating for his advancement, including through a public letter of support submitted to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies represents North America’s fish and wildlife agencies to advance sound, science-based management and conservation of fish and wildlife and their habitats in the public interest. The Association represents its state agency members on Capitol Hill and before the Administration to advance favorable fish and wildlife conservation policy and funding and works to ensure that all entities work collaboratively on the most important issues. The Association also provides member agencies with coordination services on cross-cutting as well as species-based programs that range from birds, fish habitat and energy development to climate change, wildlife action plans, conservation education, leadership training and international relations. Working together, the Association’s member agencies are ensuring that North American fish and wildlife management has a clear and collective voice.