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Fees for Forest Botanical Products and National Forest Protection

This act introduces new rules for charging fees for harvesting forest botanical products on national lands to ensure fair market value and cover management costs. The goal is to protect forest resources and ensure their sustainable use, with exceptions for personal use harvesting.
Key points
Mandatory fees for harvesting mushrooms, herbs, and other forest botanical products on national lands, with an exception for personal use.
Funds collected will be used for inventory, monitoring, and restoration of forest resources to ensure their sustainability.
Prohibition of harvesting beyond sustainable levels to protect the natural environment.
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Print number: 118_HR_5335
Sponsor: Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3]
Process start date: 2023-09-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Special Forest Products Program Reauthorization Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5335.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory fees for harvesting mushrooms, herbs, and other forest botanical products on national lands, with an exception for personal use.
  • Funds collected will be used for inventory, monitoring, and restoration of forest resources to ensure their sustainability.
  • Prohibition of harvesting beyond sustainable levels to protect the natural environment.
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 Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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