Trillion Trees Act

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T01:25:35Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5859 Trillion Trees Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 1:25 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5859

Trillion Trees Act

This bills establishes requirements and incentives to plant trees and conduct other land management practices for the purposes of capturing and storing carbon.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5859

Bill HR 5859 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2020. Bill HR 5859 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2020. Bill HR 5859's most recent activity was Committee Hearings Held. as of February 26, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5859

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5859

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

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Advisory bodiesAir qualityBuilding constructionCivil actions and liabilityClimate change and greenhouse gasesCongressional oversightEcologyEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationEnergy efficiency and conservationEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental educationEnvironmental regulatory proceduresForeign aid and international reliefForests, forestry, treesGovernment studies and investigationsHousing finance and home ownershipIncome tax creditsInternational organizations and cooperationJudicial review and appealsLand use and conservationProduct development and innovationResearch and developmentSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsWatersheds

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5859

Trillion Trees ActTo establish forest management, reforestation, and utilization practices which lead to the sequestration of greenhouse gases, and for other purposes.Trillion Trees Act

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