Forest Service Accountability Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-01T08:06:20Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1762 Forest Service Accountability Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/1/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1762

Bill 119 hr 1762, also known as the "Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act Amendment," aims to change the process by which the Chief of the Forest Service is appointed. Currently, the Chief of the Forest Service is appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture. This bill proposes that the President shall appoint the Chief of the Forest Service, with the advice and consent of the Senate.

The Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 established the current process for appointing the Chief of the Forest Service, but this bill seeks to amend that process to give the President more authority in the appointment. By requiring the President to appoint the Chief of the Forest Service, with Senate approval, this bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the selection process.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the leadership of the Forest Service, as the President would have a direct role in appointing the Chief. Supporters of the bill argue that this change would ensure that the Chief of the Forest Service is selected based on merit and qualifications, rather than political considerations. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1762 seeks to amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to provide for a more transparent and accountable process for appointing the Chief of the Forest Service.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1762

Bill HR 1762 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1762 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1762's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture. as of March 28, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1762

To amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to provide that the President shall appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, the Chief of the Forest Service.