Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-04-05T04:23:16Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1114 Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/5/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 1114

Bill 119 s 1114, also known as the Emergency Watershed Protection Act, aims to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to allow the Secretary of Agriculture to implement emergency watershed protection measures on National Forest System land. These measures are designed to prevent and mitigate damage caused by natural disasters such as floods, wildfires, and landslides.

The bill authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to provide financial assistance to landowners and operators on National Forest System land to implement emergency watershed protection measures. This assistance can include activities such as debris removal, streambank stabilization, and reseeding of vegetation to prevent erosion.

In addition to providing financial assistance, the bill also aims to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to natural disasters on National Forest System land. This includes developing emergency response plans, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with other agencies to ensure a timely and effective response to emergencies. Overall, the Emergency Watershed Protection Act seeks to enhance the ability of the Secretary of Agriculture to protect National Forest System land from the impacts of natural disasters and ensure the long-term sustainability of these important natural resources.

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Current Status of Bill S 1114

Bill S 1114 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill S 1114 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 25, 2025. Bill S 1114's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of March 25, 2025

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A bill to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out emergency watershed protection measures on National Forest System land, and for other purposes.

Comments

Boaz French

801

1 year ago

This bill is so dumb, like seriously who even came up with this crap? It's supposed to be about protecting watersheds and recovering forests, but like, what does that even mean? And why should I care? I don't have time to read through all the details, but I know it's gonna be a pain in the ass for me and my community. Just another example of the government sticking their noses where they don't belong. Ugh, so frustrating.