Bill 118 s 4370, also known as the Tribal Forest Protection Act Amendments Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation that aims to amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004. The bill seeks to enhance the ability of Native Am...
erican tribes to protect and manage their forests and natural resources.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the expansion of the Tribal Forest Protection Act to include additional tribes and tribal organizations. This would allow more tribes to participate in forest management activities and receive funding for forest protection projects.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase the flexibility of tribal forest management plans, allowing tribes to adapt their plans to changing environmental conditions and priorities. This would help tribes better respond to threats such as wildfires, invasive species, and climate change.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between tribes, federal agencies, and other stakeholders in forest management efforts. This would help ensure that tribal forest protection projects are carried out effectively and efficiently.
Overall, the Tribal Forest Protection Act Amendments Act of 2024 seeks to empower Native American tribes to better protect and manage their forests, while also promoting collaboration and coordination among all parties involved in forest management efforts.