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Forest Restoration After Disasters: New Rules and Funding

This act aims to accelerate the planting of new trees on federal lands damaged by wildfires, insect infestations, or extreme weather events. It will help public lands recover faster, improving air and water quality, wildlife habitats, and recreational opportunities for citizens. Funding for these activities will increase, and the government will regularly report on progress.
Key points
Accelerating tree planting on federal lands damaged by natural disasters and other unplanned events.
Establishing a priority list for reforestation projects, focusing on areas unlikely to regenerate naturally.
Increasing funding for reforestation activities through changes to the Reforestation Trust Fund.
Requiring annual reports on reforestation progress and the status of lands needing restoration, with public access to this information.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_866
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REPLANT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_866.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accelerating tree planting on federal lands damaged by natural disasters and other unplanned events.
  • Establishing a priority list for reforestation projects, focusing on areas unlikely to regenerate naturally.
  • Increasing funding for reforestation activities through changes to the Reforestation Trust Fund.
  • Requiring annual reports on reforestation progress and the status of lands needing restoration, with public access to this information.
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. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI].

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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