A resolution expressing the need for the Federal Government to establish a national biodiversity strategy for protecting biodiversity for current and future generations.

3/7/2024, 5:29 PM

This resolution calls for the federal government to establish a national biodiversity strategy, which must include a goal of conserving at least 30% of U.S. lands and waters to protect biodiversity and address climate change by 2030 and other goals necessary to reduce the threats to biodiversity.

Bill 118 SRES 494 is a resolution that calls for the Federal Government to create a national biodiversity strategy to protect biodiversity for both present and future generations. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plant and animal species that exist in a particular ecosystem. The resolution emphasizes the importance of preserving biodiversity for the health of the environment and the well-being of all living organisms.

The resolution highlights the threats facing biodiversity, such as habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and invasive species. It stresses the need for a comprehensive strategy that addresses these threats and promotes conservation efforts. The resolution also recognizes the economic and cultural benefits of biodiversity, including the potential for new medicines and sustainable agriculture practices.

The resolution calls on the Federal Government to work with state and local governments, tribal nations, and private organizations to develop and implement the national biodiversity strategy. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination among all stakeholders to ensure the success of conservation efforts. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 494 underscores the urgent need for a national biodiversity strategy to protect and preserve the rich diversity of plant and animal species that make up our natural world. It highlights the importance of taking action now to safeguard biodiversity for current and future generations.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 494

Introduced on
2023-12-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/12/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution calls for the federal government to establish a national biodiversity strategy, which must include a goal of conserving at least 30% of U.S. lands and waters to protect biodiversity and address climate change by 2030 and other goals necessary to reduce the threats to biodiversity.

Bill 118 SRES 494 is a resolution that calls for the Federal Government to create a national biodiversity strategy to protect biodiversity for both present and future generations. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plant and animal species that exist in a particular ecosystem. The resolution emphasizes the importance of preserving biodiversity for the health of the environment and the well-being of all living organisms.

The resolution highlights the threats facing biodiversity, such as habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and invasive species. It stresses the need for a comprehensive strategy that addresses these threats and promotes conservation efforts. The resolution also recognizes the economic and cultural benefits of biodiversity, including the potential for new medicines and sustainable agriculture practices.

The resolution calls on the Federal Government to work with state and local governments, tribal nations, and private organizations to develop and implement the national biodiversity strategy. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination among all stakeholders to ensure the success of conservation efforts. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 494 underscores the urgent need for a national biodiversity strategy to protect and preserve the rich diversity of plant and animal species that make up our natural world. It highlights the importance of taking action now to safeguard biodiversity for current and future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing the need for the Federal Government to establish a national biodiversity strategy for protecting biodiversity for current and future generations.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Latest Summary2/3/2024

This resolution calls for the federal government to establish a national biodiversity strategy, which must include a goal of conserving at least 30% of U.S. lands and waters to protect biodiversity and address climate change by 2030 and other goa...


Latest Action12/12/2023
Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.