Highlands Conservation: Increased Funding and State Flexibility
This act boosts funding for natural land conservation in the Highlands region and grants states more flexibility in managing these funds. This means more protected green spaces and improved management, potentially impacting recreational access and environmental quality in these areas.
Key points
Increased conservation funding from $10 million to $20 million annually until 2028.
States can now use up to 5% of received funds for administrative costs of land conservation projects.
Allows for the inclusion of additional municipalities into the Highlands region upon state request, expanding protected areas.
States can use their own approved appraisal methodologies or alternative methods if there's a conflict with state law.
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