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Encouraging Native Vegetation Use in Agricultural Land Conservation Programs.

This bill amends federal food security laws to actively encourage the use of native vegetation within conservation programs. This change aims to support biodiversity and ecosystem stability, indirectly affecting the quality of the natural environment for citizens. It may influence how agricultural lands are managed and how conservation subsidies are allocated to farmers.
Key points
Agricultural land conservation programs will now explicitly promote the use of native vegetation.
The amendment aims to improve the natural environment and support local ecosystems.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8510
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2024-05-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to encourage the use of native vegetation, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8510.

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 2024-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Agricultural land conservation programs will now explicitly promote the use of native vegetation.
  • The amendment aims to improve the natural environment and support local ecosystems.
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. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

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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Agriculture Environment