House Joint Memorial No. 4 expresses the concerns of the Idaho Legislature regarding the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) decision to maintain the grizzly bear's protected status under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The memorial argues that the grizzly bear population has significantly increased since its initial listing in 1975, with current estimates exceeding 60,000 bears across North America. It criticizes the USFWS for proposing a new distinct population segment that extends protections unnecessarily, which the memorial claims undermines local conservation efforts and poses risks to human safety and property.

The memorial calls for the delisting of the grizzly bear to restore full management authority to the states, emphasizing that state management has been effective in rebuilding bear populations. It also urges Congress and the Trump administration to review the ESA and its regulations for effectiveness, particularly in light of recent Supreme Court decisions. The resolution aims to highlight the need for a balanced approach to wildlife management that considers both conservation and the well-being of local communities.