The purpose of this legislation, known as the Habitat Connectivity on Working Lands Act of 2026, is to enhance wildlife habitat connectivity and improve migration corridors for wildlife, particularly focusing on native big game species. It aims to address the challenges that wildlife face in moving between habitats, which is crucial for their survival and ecological balance. Key provisions of the legislation include the definition of native big game species, which encompasses large mammals like deer, elk, pronghorn, wild sheep, and moose.