Environment (Forestry)

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HRES 1307: Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the United States Forest Service Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.

This resolution commemorates the 70th anniversary of the United States Forest Service Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, which has operated since 1956 to support tropical forest research in the Pacific region. The bill recognizes the institute's work in wildfire management, invasive species control, and ecosystem conservation, highlighting its role in providing scientific data for land restoration and climate resilience. It also acknowledges the importance of the institute's location on Hawaii Island and reaffirms congressional support for its ongoing operations and dedicated staff.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill honors an institute dedicated to wildfire management, invasive species control, and ecosystem conservation, indicating support for environmental protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026

The Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 establishes a new federal "Neighborhood Tree Fund" to provide financial assistance for planting and maintaining urban trees. This fund will support states, Indian Tribes, and local governments or community groups in increasing tree canopy and improving urban forest health. The bill prioritizes projects in low-income areas, historically disadvantaged communities, and neighborhoods with less tree cover and higher summer temperatures to address environmental inequities. It authorizes substantial funding, starting at $100 million in fiscal year 2025, and also adjusts an existing advisory council's membership to include representatives from smaller and low-income communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal fund to provide financial assistance for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly increasing government spending on environmental programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes federal funding for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly supporting environmental protection, conservation, and addressing climate-related heat in disadvantaged communities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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passed · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HRES 1174: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6387) to amend the Clean Air Act to require revisions to regulations governing the review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6398) to amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6409) to amend the Clean Air Act to clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1156) expressing support for tax policies that support working families.

This resolution allows the House of Representatives to consider four separate pieces of legislation without certain procedural objections. It directly affects the legislative process by streamlining how specific bills and a resolution move through the House. The first three items are bills that amend the Clean Air Act to address air quality monitoring during wildfires, EPA review procedures, and international emissions standards. The fourth item is a resolution expressing support for tax policies aimed at helping working families. This procedural measure does not change policy itself but enables the House to vote on these underlying proposals.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill facilitates consideration of Clean Air Act amendments addressing air quality monitoring during wildfires, EPA review procedures, and international emissions standards, all environmental protection measures.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2026

HR 7578: TORCH Act

The TORCH Act streamlines wildfire prevention efforts on federal lands by expanding the scope of activities that can be conducted with reduced regulatory requirements. It allows forest managers to remove high-priority hazard trees more quickly, increases the acreage limits for certain wildfire mitigation projects from 3,000 to 10,000 acres, and enables the use of timber sales and grazing to reduce fuel loads. The bill also modifies rules for electric utility vegetation management, permits utilities to remove hazardous vegetation near power lines without separate timber sales, and exempts certain forest management activities from additional environmental review requirements. Additionally, it updates good neighbor agreements to include Indian tribes and clarifies how revenue from timber sales on these agreements can be used for restoration work.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens wildfire prevention and forest management to reduce fuel loads, protecting natural resources and preventing environmental damage from wildfires.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 8061: Forest Resources Accountability Act

This bill, the Forest Resources Accountability Act, directs the Secretary of Agriculture to protect winter wildlife habitat on specific federal land in Colorado's White River National Forest. It prohibits the construction of new year-round roads or utility corridors on a 680-acre parcel and requires any access routes to remain unpaved, seasonal, and limited to specific permitted uses. The legislation also mandates that the federal government attempt to purchase the parcel from willing sellers and incorporate it into the national forest for conservation purposes. Additionally, the bill requires a report within 180 days detailing efforts to acquire the land and coordinate with state and local partners.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill protects winter wildlife habitat, prohibits new roads, and restricts utility corridors on federal land, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 4180: Forest Resources Accountability Act

This bill, the Forest Resources Accountability Act, addresses staffing reductions at the Forest Service and restricts road construction in Colorado's White River National Forest. It requires the agency to prioritize essential projects like wildfire risk reduction, trail maintenance, and wildlife habitat protection due to a reported 6,000 staff cuts. The legislation specifically prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from approving or funding any new year-round roads or utility corridors on designated federal land within the White River National Forest. Additionally, it mandates efforts to purchase the 680-acre Berlaimont Estates parcel from willing sellers and incorporate it into the national forest for conservation purposes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes wildfire risk reduction, trail maintenance, and wildlife habitat protection while restricting new road construction in a national forest, directly supporting environmental conservation.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts road construction and prohibits new year-round roads in White River National Forest, limiting transportation infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4193: Wildfire and Grid Reliability Act

The Wildfire and Grid Reliability Act creates a new grant program administered by the Department of Energy to help electric utilities improve power grid safety and reduce wildfire risks. Eligible entities, including public, municipal, cooperative, and investor-owned utilities, can apply for funding to implement projects like undergrounding power lines, installing fire-resistant equipment, and deploying early detection technology. The bill requires recipients to match federal funds with their own contributions and mandates that at least 40% of grants go toward wildfire risk reduction, while 20% is reserved for smaller utilities serving fewer than 4 million megawatt-hours annually.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates grant program to improve grid safety and reduce wildfire risks through infrastructure investments like undergrounding power lines and fire-resistant equipment.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds grid improvements to reduce wildfire risks, protecting natural resources and preventing environmental damage from fires.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds deployment of early detection technology and fire-resistant equipment to improve grid safety and reduce wildfire risks through DOE grants.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Pipeline Infrastructure Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Mar 17, 2026

HR 7957: Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act

This bill designates the Chí'chil Biłdagoteel Historic District, a traditional cultural place significant to Western Apache and other Native American tribes, as protected land within the Tonto National Forest. It prohibits mining, toxic waste disposal, pipeline construction, and other development activities on the area to preserve its cultural and natural integrity. The legislation requires the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain the land in its natural condition, consult with affected tribes, and ensure continued access for traditional religious and cultural practices. By withdrawing the land from public land laws and mining rights, the bill prevents future extraction projects that could damage sacred sites, water sources, and ecosystems.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prohibits mining, pipeline construction, and toxic waste disposal on protected land, restricting energy infrastructure and resource extraction activities.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill protects natural land from mining, toxic waste, and development, preserving environmental integrity and natural resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure Conservation Forestry Public Lands Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Apr 3, 2026

HR 7712: RNGR Support Act of 2026

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to work with federal agencies, tribes, universities, and private nurseries to improve training, technical assistance, and research for tree planting and forest restoration programs. It creates a new grant program that will become available two years after enactment, allowing eligible recipients such as state forestry agencies, tribes, and private nurseries to use funds for expanding nursery infrastructure, improving seed storage, and developing workforce skills. The legislation also authorizes up to $5 million per year from the Reforestation Trust Fund to support these efforts and includes provisions to speed up the permit process for collecting seeds on national forest lands.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes grant program for forest restoration, tree planting, and nursery infrastructure, directly supporting environmental conservation and natural resource management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 16, 2026

S 4103: Save Our Sequoias Act

The Save Our Sequoias Act establishes a comprehensive framework to protect giant sequoias on federal lands in California by creating a shared stewardship agreement between federal agencies, the State of California, and the Tule River Indian Tribe. The bill requires the formation of a Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition to conduct health assessments, coordinate emergency responses, and develop reforestation strategies, with annual reporting to Congress. Key provisions include an emergency response authority that allows for hazardous fuels reduction and tree removal without full environmental reviews for projects under 2,000 acres within groves, along with funding mechanisms for grants and a new emergency protection fund supported by philanthropic donations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes framework to protect giant sequoias, creates stewardship agreement, requires health assessments, emergency response coordination, and reforestation strategies, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands

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