Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2021

Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2021

This bill reauthorizes through FY2025 the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, which provides funding for, including fisheries conservation and management, water and boating infrastructure, and recreational boating safety, among other things. The bill modifies use of the Federal Aid to Wildlife Restoration Fund, which supports wildlife restoration, conservation, and hunter education and safety programs.

Of the funds disbursed for the purposes of the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council, a portion of such funds remaining unobligated prior to FY2020 shall be used to study (1) the impact of derelict recreational vessels on recreational boating safety and recreational fishing, and (2) the options and methods for recycling for recreational vessels.

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) shall conduct a study on recreational boating access. In carrying out the study, the GAO shall consult with the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council and the National Boating Safety Advisory Council on the design, scope, and priorities of such study.

Bill 117 HR 3702, also known as the Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to reauthorize and amend the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, which provides funding for various conservation and recreational programs related to fishing, boating, and wildlife restoration.

If passed, the bill would allocate funding for programs such as the Sport Fish Restoration Program, which supports state fish and wildlife agencies in managing and conserving fish populations and habitats. It would also provide funding for the Boating Safety Program, which promotes safe boating practices and education to reduce accidents and fatalities on the water.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Wildlife Restoration Program, which supports state wildlife agencies in conserving and restoring wildlife habitats and populations. This program also provides funding for hunter education and shooting range development. Overall, the Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2021 aims to support conservation efforts, promote safe recreational activities, and protect wildlife habitats. It is an important piece of legislation that has the potential to benefit both the environment and outdoor enthusiasts across the country.