HR 628 United States House · 118th Congress

South Florida Ecosystem Enhancement Act of 2023

This bill establishes an EPA program to protect and restore South Florida's waterways, ecosystems, and coastal habitats. It creates two grant programs: one for restoration projects (like wetlands, coral reefs, and the Everglades) and another for environmental education in schools. Eligible recipients include state/local governments, tribes, universities, and nonprofits. The bill authorizes $50 million annually (2024-2028) for these efforts, with specific rules ensuring funds support projects in defined areas like the Everglades, Florida Bay, and Indian River Lagoon.
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Jan 2023
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Introduced Jan 30, 2023 Last action Feb 1, 2023
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Feb 1, 2023
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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Jan 30, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Jan 30, 2023
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