Wildlife Conservation: New Funds for Endangered Species and Habitat Protection
This act significantly changes wildlife conservation funding by establishing new subaccounts and funds. States, territories, and Indian Tribes will receive funding for endangered species recovery, habitat management, and environmental education. The funds are intended to improve natural environments and support wildlife-related recreation.
Key points
New Funding Streams: Establishes a Wildlife Conservation and Restoration Subaccount and a Tribal Wildlife Conservation and Restoration Account, funded annually with over one billion dollars from environmental violation penalties.
Endangered Species Focus: At least 15% of funds must be used for recovering endangered species, contributing to biodiversity preservation.
Innovation Grants: 10% of subaccount funds will support competitive grants for innovative projects to accelerate and expand species and habitat recovery efforts.
Community Engagement: Funds can be used for wildlife conservation education and recreation projects, especially in historically underserved communities.
Private Land Access Not Required: Funding is not conditional on providing public access to private lands.
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