Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act

1/23/2024, 2:15 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 118 s 3510, also known as the Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the conservation and restoration of native habitats on federal lands and facilities.

The bill specifically focuses on encouraging federal agencies to prioritize the use of native plants in landscaping and habitat restoration projects. By using native plants, the bill aims to support local ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and provide habitat for native wildlife species.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for federal agencies to collaborate with Native American tribes and other stakeholders in the development and implementation of habitat restoration projects. This collaboration is intended to ensure that the conservation efforts are culturally sensitive and respectful of tribal sovereignty. Overall, the Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act seeks to enhance the environmental sustainability of federal facilities and promote the conservation of native habitats across the United States. It represents a bipartisan effort to address environmental concerns and support the protection of native plant and animal species.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3510

Introduced on
2023-12-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/13/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 118 s 3510, also known as the Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the conservation and restoration of native habitats on federal lands and facilities.

The bill specifically focuses on encouraging federal agencies to prioritize the use of native plants in landscaping and habitat restoration projects. By using native plants, the bill aims to support local ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and provide habitat for native wildlife species.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for federal agencies to collaborate with Native American tribes and other stakeholders in the development and implementation of habitat restoration projects. This collaboration is intended to ensure that the conservation efforts are culturally sensitive and respectful of tribal sovereignty. Overall, the Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act seeks to enhance the environmental sustainability of federal facilities and promote the conservation of native habitats across the United States. It represents a bipartisan effort to address environmental concerns and support the protection of native plant and animal species.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the priority and consideration of using native plants in Federal projects, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Recent Activity

Latest Action12/13/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.