21st Century Conservation Corps Act: Funding for Environment and Jobs
This act provides significant supplemental funding for conservation, public land management, and disaster resilience. It establishes programs to create jobs related to environmental work and supports small tourism businesses impacted by the pandemic.
Key points
Major investments in forest management, including wildfire prevention and reforestation.
Funding for projects to improve water quality and protect wildlife habitats.
Creation of a new 21st Century Civilian Conservation Corps program, offering jobs and training for youth and others.
Financial relief for tourism businesses (like guides and ski areas) affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through fee waivers and a relief fund.
Expansion of the "Every Kid Outdoors" program, providing free access to national parks for more students.
Funds allocated to increase infrastructure resilience against disasters and restore coastal areas.
Support for tree planting programs in urban and rural areas, prioritizing low-income areas and communities of color.
Expired
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