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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.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4118
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2022-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Neighborhood Tree Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4118.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
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 Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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