Environment (Public Lands)

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9217: Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026

The Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026 directs federal funding toward agricultural research and extension programs focused on natural climate solutions. This legislation specifically targets practices in farmlands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests that store carbon or lower greenhouse gas emissions. The bill requires these initiatives to incorporate traditional ecological knowledge, support biodiversity, and reduce water runoff. By amending an existing farm bill, the act aims to expand grant opportunities for land management strategies that address climate change.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs federal funding to natural climate solutions that store carbon and lower greenhouse gas emissions, advancing clean energy goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs federal funding to research and extension programs for natural climate solutions, carbon storage, and emission reduction in agricultural lands.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation Public Lands Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Jun 24, 2026

HR 9250: Great American Outdoors Act 250

This bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a dedicated funding mechanism for federal land maintenance using recreation fees and energy income, directly strengthening fiscal management for public services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds infrastructure repair on federal lands, directly supporting conservation and environmental protection.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds repair of critical infrastructure including roads and trails managed by federal agencies, directly advancing transportation maintenance.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9282: Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act

This bill, titled the Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to make specific federal recreational lands and waters free of admission fees on designated dates throughout the year. The key provision mandates that these free access days include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the first day of National Park Week, Juneteenth, Great American Outdoors Day, National Public Lands Day, and Veterans Day. Additionally, the legislation grants the Secretary the authority to establish extra fee-free days beyond those listed. These changes directly affect visitors to national parks and other federal recreational areas by providing them with guaranteed free entry on these holidays and observances.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes public access to national parks and public lands, fostering conservation awareness and stewardship of natural resources.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill includes Veterans Day as a fee-free access day for national parks, recognizing veteran service and providing public benefit.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Public Lands Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 4725: Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026

The Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026 directs federal funding toward studying and promoting land management practices that help store carbon or lower greenhouse gas emissions in agricultural lands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests. This legislation specifically supports projects that incorporate traditional ecological knowledge, enhance biodiversity, and reduce water runoff. By amending an existing agricultural law, the bill ensures that research grants prioritize these environmental benefits to improve climate resilience.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds research on natural climate solutions like carbon storage and emission reduction in land management, advancing clean energy goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs federal funding to research and promote land management practices that store carbon, lower emissions, and enhance biodiversity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation Public Lands Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Jun 5, 2026

HR 9171: Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027

This bill provides funding for the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies for fiscal year 2027 to support their operations, conservation efforts, and public services. It allocates money to manage public lands, protect endangered species, maintain national parks, and administer programs for Native American tribes and Alaska Natives. The legislation also includes specific rules that limit how agencies can use funds, such as restrictions on implementing certain environmental regulations and prohibitions on using money to regulate lead ammunition or carbon dioxide emissions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funding for Department of the Interior and EPA operations, conservation, and public services, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides funding for Interior and EPA to support conservation, protect endangered species, and maintain national parks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 8958: To grant to Crook County, Oregon, a right-of-way for the construction of a new road in Juniper Canyon, and for other purposes.

This bill grants Crook County, Oregon, a permanent 80-foot right-of-way and conveys four 40-acre parcels of federal land to the county for road construction and wildfire safety. The transferred land must be maintained as fire-safe zones to support emergency response and firefighter safety, with ownership reverting to the federal government if these conditions are not met. While the county will cover all costs associated with the land transfer, the legislation does not provide any funding for the actual construction of the new road.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill transfers federal land for wildfire safety zones, directly supporting environmental protection and conservation.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill grants right-of-way and federal land for new road construction and wildfire safety, directly advancing road infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SRES 741: A resolution designating May 2026 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month".

This resolution designates May 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month to raise awareness about wildfire risks and promote safety measures. It encourages federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as community organizations, to increase public knowledge about fire prevention and mitigation strategies. The bill highlights specific actions such as home hardening, land management, evacuation planning, and reducing human-caused ignition sources to help communities better prepare for increasingly severe wildfire seasons.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes wildfire preparedness, which protects natural resources and reduces environmental damage from fires.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Natural Disasters Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 4458: Caja del Rio Protection Act

The Caja del Rio Protection Act establishes two new protected areas in New Mexico: a Special Management Area within the Santa Fe National Forest and a National Conservation Area managed by the Bureau of Land Management. These designations restrict new road construction, limit motorized vehicle use to designated routes, and withdraw the lands from mining, leasing, and other entry operations to preserve cultural, ecological, and traditional values. The bill mandates the creation of management plans developed through consultation with local governments and specific Native American tribes, while also allowing for potential land swaps between the federal government and the state. Additionally, the legislation protects tribal rights to conduct religious and cultural activities, including the gathering of plants and minerals, and ensures that sacred site information remains confidential.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes protected areas, restricts road construction, limits motorized use, and withdraws lands from mining to preserve ecological values.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts new road construction and limits motorized vehicle use, directly opposing transportation expansion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Feb 9, 2026

HR 7425: Colorado Wilderness Act of 2026

The Colorado Wilderness Act of 2026 designates approximately 400,000 acres of public land in Colorado as new wilderness areas and expands existing ones, primarily managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. These designations permanently protect the land from roads, motorized vehicles, and most commercial development, while allowing activities like hiking, fishing, and hunting. The bill also establishes specific rules for water rights, prohibiting new irrigation facilities in the new wilderness areas while maintaining access to existing water infrastructure, and clarifies that military helicopter overflights and certain running events may continue under specific conditions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyDesignating land as wilderness restricts commercial development and infrastructure, which limits potential energy production and utility expansion on public lands.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill designates land as wilderness to permanently protect it from roads, motorized vehicles, and commercial development, directly conserving natural resources.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill permanently protects land from roads and motorized vehicles, directly restricting transportation infrastructure and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 8454: To provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of California, and for other purposes.

This bill transfers administrative control of about 330 acres of federal land in Tuolumne County, California, between two agencies. Approximately 160 acres currently managed by the Forest Service will be moved to the National Park Service to become part of Yosemite National Park, while about 170 acres currently managed by the National Park Service will be transferred to the Forest Service to become part of Stanislaus National Forest. The legislation includes provisions for minor boundary adjustments, requires notification about any hazardous substances on the land, and ensures that cleanup responsibilities remain with the original agency that held jurisdiction before the transfer. Existing rights, permits, and authorizations on the land remain valid, though the new managing agency will be responsible for administering them going forward.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill transfers land to National Park Service for conservation, strengthening environmental protection and resource management.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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