Missouri
The Commission:
- Name: Missouri Conservation Commission
- Regulatory or advisory: Regulatory
- Number of voting members: 4
- Term length: 6 years
- How selected: Appointed by Governor
- Senate confirmation required: Yes
- Selection criteria per statute:
“There is hereby created a department of conservation to be headed by a conservation commission of four members…not more than two of whom shall be of the same political party.”
- From the Commission’s website:
“Conservation Commissioners appoint the director of MDC, serve as MDC’s policy makers, approve Wildlife Code regulations…”
The Agency:
- Name: Missouri Department of Conservation
- Type: Standalone agency
- Title of Agency Director: Director
- Selection process: Appointed by the Conservation Commission
- Mission statement from agency website:
“To protect and manage the fish, forest, and wildlife resources of the state; to facilitate and provide opportunity for all citizens to use, enjoy, and learn about these resources.”
Revenue for the Missouri Department of Conservation, FY2025:
† Other: Sales and Rentals (3.5%), All Other (2.8%)
Source: Missouri Department of Conservation Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Submission
Updated: February 6, 2025
America’s Wildlife Values was an extensive 2018 nationwide survey led by Colorado State University of public attitudes towards wildlife. Findings were compared with a 2004 survey to identify trends. Researchers also surveyed personnel at state wildlife agencies. Reports are available for national, state and agency results. (Some state agencies did not participate.)
