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Native Plant Pilot Program: Protecting Nature and Environment

This act establishes a pilot program to promote and utilize native plant species in national parks and public lands. This initiative aims to protect the environment, combat invasive species, and support biodiversity, leading to healthier ecosystems and an improved quality of life.
Key points
Prioritizing the use of native plants in national parks and public lands, supporting local ecosystems.
Implementing measures to prevent and control the spread of invasive plant species that harm the environment.
Utilizing native plants for restoration in areas affected by wildfires, accelerating natural landscape recovery.
Studying the cost-effectiveness of using native plants, potentially leading to more sustainable public investments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_557
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Native Plant Species Pilot Program Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_557.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prioritizing the use of native plants in national parks and public lands, supporting local ecosystems.
  • Implementing measures to prevent and control the spread of invasive plant species that harm the environment.
  • Utilizing native plants for restoration in areas affected by wildfires, accelerating natural landscape recovery.
  • Studying the cost-effectiveness of using native plants, potentially leading to more sustainable public investments.
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. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 530.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Public Investments