Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act

The Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act requires federal agencies to prioritize native plants over non-native plants in landscape projects at federal facilities (such as government buildings or parks) within 270 days of enactment, considering cost, feasibility, and environmental benefits like supporting wildlife and reducing water use. It exempts turfgrass and lawns from the requirement but encourages using native plants in unused areas of existing or planned lawns. Agencies must update their design standards and include this requirement in all contracts with contractors, while the Council on Environmental Quality must issue implementation guidance every two years and publish public reports on native plant usage and environmental impacts.