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To make available certain unobligated balances to carry out a timber block grant program.

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4216

Bill 118 hr 4216, also known as the Timber Block Grant Program Act, aims to allocate unobligated funds towards a timber block grant program. The bill seeks to provide financial assistance to support the timber industry by making unused funds available for this specific purpose.

The timber block grant program is designed to help timber producers and businesses in the industry by providing them with financial resources to support their operations. By reallocating unobligated balances towards this program, the bill aims to stimulate growth and development within the timber industry.

The bill does not specify the exact amount of funds that will be made available for the timber block grant program, but it is clear that the intention is to provide much-needed support to this sector of the economy. Supporters of the bill argue that this financial assistance will help create jobs, boost economic activity, and promote sustainability within the timber industry. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4216 seeks to utilize existing funds in a strategic manner to benefit the timber industry and contribute to its growth and success. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the timber industry in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 4216

Bill HR 4216 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 20, 2023. Bill HR 4216 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 20, 2023.  Bill HR 4216's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry. as of August 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4216

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4216

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Appropriations
- Department of Agriculture
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Florida
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Natural disasters

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4216

To make available certain unobligated balances to carry out a timber block grant program.
To make available certain unobligated balances to carry out a timber block grant program.

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