Urban Tree Support: Healthier, Cooler Communities
This act aims to improve urban life by supporting tree planting and maintenance. Residents can expect better air quality, lower temperatures during heatwaves, and overall improved health and well-being. The program prioritizes lower-income areas and those with fewer trees to reduce disparities.
Key points
Establishes a fund to support urban tree planting and maintenance, available to states, Indian Tribes, and local communities.
Prioritizes support for high-poverty areas and those with low tree cover, as well as projects mitigating climate change.
Aims to reduce inequalities in access to urban green spaces, leading to better health and lower cooling costs for homes.
Increases the number of advisors on the National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council, including residents from small and low-income communities.
Status:
Expired
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