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Prioritizing Native Plants in Federal Projects

New rules require federal agencies to prioritize the use of native plants in their construction and maintenance projects. This aims to support local ecosystems, reduce water usage, and improve the natural environment in government-managed areas. Citizens may observe more environmentally friendly greenery in public spaces.
Key points
Federal agencies must prioritize the use of native plants in new projects and maintenance, where feasible regarding cost and availability.
The act encourages planting native plants on existing lawns and green spaces, especially in unused areas.
Regular reporting and public disclosure of native plant usage are required, increasing transparency of government actions in this area.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6832
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6832.

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 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must prioritize the use of native plants in new projects and maintenance, where feasible regarding cost and availability.
  • The act encourages planting native plants on existing lawns and green spaces, especially in unused areas.
  • Regular reporting and public disclosure of native plant usage are required, increasing transparency of government actions in this area.
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. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

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