Native Plant Species Pilot Program Act of 2022

Bill 117 HR 9619, also known as the Native Plant Species Pilot Program Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program that focuses on the conservation and restoration of native plant species in the United States.

The bill outlines the goals of the pilot program, which include promoting the use of native plant species in landscaping and restoration projects, increasing public awareness of the importance of native plants, and supporting research and education related to native plant conservation.

Under the Native Plant Species Pilot Program Act of 2022, the Secretary of the Interior would be responsible for implementing the program and working with relevant federal agencies, state and local governments, and non-profit organizations to achieve its objectives. The bill also authorizes funding for the pilot program and requires the Secretary of the Interior to submit annual reports to Congress on the progress and effectiveness of the program. Overall, the Native Plant Species Pilot Program Act of 2022 aims to protect and preserve native plant species in the United States through a targeted conservation and restoration effort.