Search Results: keywords:"reforestation"

  • H. R. 2989 — To improve the health and resiliency of giant sequoias, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported in House
    Words:7,695

    H. R. 2989, titled the “Save Our Sequoias Act,” aims to improve the health and resiliency of giant sequoia trees in the United States. The bill establishes a framework for collaboration between federal, state, and tribal authorities to protect these iconic trees from threats...

    Simple Explanation

    H. R. 2989 is a plan to help protect big trees called giant sequoias from getting hurt by things like wildfires or bugs by bringing together different groups to work as a team and giving money to help take care of these trees.

  • S. 4346 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to provide assistance in support of nurseries and seed orchards, to establish a grant program in support of nurseries and seed orchards, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,007

    S. 4346, known as the “Reforestation, Nurseries, and Genetic Resources Support Act of 2024,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to assist nurseries and seed orchards through various partnerships, collaborations, and grants. The bill outlines that the Secretary will work with federal and...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to help places that grow little trees and collect seeds by giving them money and working together with different groups, including Native American tribes and private businesses, for five years. It has some money set aside for this but doesn’t explain exactly how it will make sure the money is used the right way.