Search Results: keywords:"indian forest land"

  • S. 719 — To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:845

    The bill S. 719 aims to update the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004. It redefines terms related to Indian forest land and rangeland to include specific types of land in Alaska. The bill expands the scope of projects carried out under the Act to include restoration work on...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to help Native American tribes take better care of their forests by giving them more money to fix and protect the trees from 2026 to 2031. It also makes sure that certain forest areas in Alaska are included in the plan.

  • S. 4370 — An Act To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:822

    The Tribal Forest Protection Act Amendments Act of 2024 modifies the original 2004 Act to enhance forest and rangeland management by including provisions for restoration, not just protection. It broadens the definition of "Indian forest land or rangeland" and allows projects...

    Simple Explanation

    The Tribal Forest Protection Act Amendments Act of 2024 is like giving caretakers of special forests and lands more money and new ways to make things better and prettier, but the rules need to be clearer so everyone knows exactly how to use the money wisely.

  • S. 4370 — To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:1,051

    S. 4370 aims to amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve the protection and management of Indian forest land and rangeland. The bill redefines "Indian forest land or rangeland" to include lands held by Alaska Native Corporations and allows for restoration...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4370 wants to make sure forests and grasslands important to Native American tribes, including those in Alaska, are better taken care of by giving $15 million each year from 2025 to 2030 for special projects. The bill is a little like giving out an allowance but without saying exactly how the money should be used or who checks it's used properly.