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Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2024

3/8/2024, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill S 3760

Bill 118 s 3760, also known as the Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to watershed protection and forest recovery. The bill focuses on implementing measures to protect and restore the health of watersheds and forests across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for projects that aim to improve watershed health and promote forest recovery. These projects may include initiatives such as reforestation efforts, erosion control measures, and the restoration of wetlands.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a national strategy for watershed protection and forest recovery, which would involve collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as stakeholders from the private sector and non-profit organizations. This strategy would outline goals and priorities for improving the health of watersheds and forests, as well as identify potential funding sources for these efforts. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on the progress of watershed protection and forest recovery efforts, in order to ensure accountability and transparency in the implementation of the legislation. This would involve regular assessments of the health of watersheds and forests, as well as the evaluation of the effectiveness of the projects funded through the grant program. Overall, Bill 118 s 3760 aims to address the pressing issues of watershed protection and forest recovery in the United States by providing funding, establishing a national strategy, and promoting collaboration among various stakeholders. If passed, this legislation has the potential to make significant strides in improving the health of our natural resources for future generations.

Current Status of Bill S 3760

Bill S 3760 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2024. Bill S 3760 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2024.  Bill S 3760's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of February 7, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3760

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3760

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3760

Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2024
Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2024
A bill to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out emergency watershed protection measures on National Forest System land, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out emergency watershed protection measures on National Forest System land, and for other purposes.

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