Natural Infrastructure Act of 2022

Senate Bill 4884 - Natural Infrastructure Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 4884 Natural Infrastructure Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 3:51 AM

Congressional Summary of S 4884

Natural Infrastructure Act of 2022

This bill requires the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to coordinate with the Forest Service on a program that supports the development and dissemination of research concerning natural infrastructure (i.e., constructed landscape features and systems that employ nature-based solutions that promote, use, restore, or emulate natural ecological processes). The USGS must also annually assess the costs and effectiveness of natural infrastructure projects.

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Current Status of Bill S 4884

Bill S 4884 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2022. Bill S 4884 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2022. Bill S 4884's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. as of September 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4884

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4884

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies

- Higher education

- Infrastructure development

- Land use and conservation

- Public-private cooperation

- Research and development

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4884

Natural Infrastructure Act of 2022

A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior, in coordination with the Secretary of Agriculture, to establish a joint natural infrastructure science program, and for other purposes.