Action Versus No Action Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 189 Action Versus No Action Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 189

Bill 118 hr 189, also known as the Action Versus No Action Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of addressing the issue of government inaction on important policy matters. The bill aims to hold government officials accountable for failing to take action on pressing issues that require attention.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing a framework for evaluating the impact of government inaction on various policy areas, such as healthcare, education, and the environment. It also requires government agencies to report on their progress in addressing these issues and sets deadlines for action to be taken.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in government decision-making processes. This includes requiring public disclosure of the reasons for inaction on certain issues and providing avenues for public input and feedback on government actions. Overall, the Action Versus No Action Act seeks to promote a more proactive and responsive government that is accountable to the needs and concerns of the American people. It aims to ensure that government officials are held accountable for their actions, or lack thereof, in addressing important policy matters that impact the lives of citizens.

Congressional Summary of HR 189

Action Versus No Action Act

This bill limits the scope of certain environmental assessments or impact statements related to forest management activities on National Forest System lands or public lands suitable for timber production to a consideration only of the effects of the forest management activity and the alternative of no action.

Specifically, the bill applies to assessments or impact statements prepared by the Department of Agriculture (USDA), with respect to National Forest System lands, or the Department of the Interior, with respect to public lands, for forest management activities that meet at least one of the criteria specified.

In the case of the alternative of no action, USDA or Interior shall consider whether to evaluate

the effect of no action on, among other things, forest health, wildfire potential, insect and disease potential, and timber production; and
the implications of a resulting decline in forest health, loss of habitat diversity, wildfire, or insect or disease infestation on potential losses of life and property, domestic water supply in the project area, and wildlife habitat loss.

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Current Status of Bill HR 189

Bill HR 189 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 189 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 189's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. as of February 21, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 189

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 189

Action Versus No Action Act

To require that only two alternatives be considered with respect to certain proposed collaborative forest management activities, and for other purposes.