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Tree Planting Program for Energy Savings and Community Support

This act establishes a grant program for tree planting to help reduce household energy bills. It focuses on supporting low-income communities, seniors, and children, while also creating local job opportunities. The goal is to plant at least 300,000 trees annually.
Key points
You can receive financial support for tree planting, which may lower your electricity and heating bills.
The program prioritizes neighborhoods with low tree cover, a high percentage of seniors or children, and lower average incomes.
Job opportunities for local residents, especially the unemployed or underemployed, in tree planting projects.
The government will cover 90% of eligible project costs, including tree purchase, planting, and 3 years of maintenance.
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Print number: 117_HR_3522
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TREES Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3522.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • You can receive financial support for tree planting, which may lower your electricity and heating bills.
  • The program prioritizes neighborhoods with low tree cover, a high percentage of seniors or children, and lower average incomes.
  • Job opportunities for local residents, especially the unemployed or underemployed, in tree planting projects.
  • The government will cover 90% of eligible project costs, including tree purchase, planting, and 3 years of maintenance.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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