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Outdoor Restoration Fund: Protecting Forests, Water, and Creating Jobs

This act establishes a new $60 billion fund to support natural environment restoration projects, such as improving forest conditions, rangeland health, and wildlife habitats. It also aims to reduce wildfire risks, create outdoor jobs, and enhance community resilience to climate change. Citizens can benefit from improved environmental quality and safety.
Key points
An Outdoor Restoration Fund is established with a $60 billion budget for environmental projects.
Funds will be used to improve forest conditions, rangeland health, watershed function, and wildlife habitats.
The program aims to create and sustain jobs, especially in regions undergoing economic transition.
Priority is given to projects that reduce wildfire risks, particularly in high-risk areas.
Financial support will be available to state agencies, local governments, tribal governments, and non-profit organizations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1248
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2021-04-20