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Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025

10/1/2025, 6:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 528

Bill 119 hr 528, also known as the "Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Program Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of reforestation and restoration following natural disasters in the United States. The bill specifically requires the Secretary of the Interior to implement a program focused on reforesting and restoring areas that have been impacted by disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural events.

The program outlined in the bill would involve the planting of trees and other vegetation in areas that have been affected by disasters, with the goal of promoting environmental sustainability and restoring ecosystems to their natural state. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the success of the reforestation and restoration efforts, as well as providing resources and support for communities affected by natural disasters.

Overall, the "Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Program Act" seeks to address the environmental impact of natural disasters and promote the restoration of ecosystems in the United States. The bill aims to provide a comprehensive and proactive approach to reforestation and restoration efforts, with the ultimate goal of mitigating the long-term effects of natural disasters on the environment.

Congressional Summary of HR 528

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to carry out a program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration. 

Interior must identify covered lands requiring reforestation and restoration following unplanned disturbances that are unlikely to experience natural regeneration without assistance. Covered land means (1) any federal land or interest in land administered by the National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, the Forest Service, or the Bureau of Indian Affairs; and (2) any Indian Forest Land or Rangeland.

Interior must propose a list that prioritizes projects for reforestation and restoration for each fiscal year. Interior may (1) carry out priority projects through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements; and (2) support any grant contract or cooperative agreement that may be necessary to ensure adequate and appropriate seed and seedling availability to further the objectives of priority projects.

Current Status of Bill HR 528

Bill HR 528 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 528 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025.  Bill HR 528's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 232. as of September 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 528

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 528

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight
- Ecology
- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Land use and conservation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 528

To require the Secretary of the Interior to carry out a program for Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Program, and for other purposes.
Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025
Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025

Comments

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Crew McCarthy

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4 months ago

I don't understand this new bill about reforestation after disasters. How will it impact our communities? #confused