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National Center for Native Seed and Restoration: Boosting Ecosystem Recovery.

This law establishes the National Interagency Seed and Restoration Center to coordinate nationwide efforts to restore damaged lands, particularly after natural disasters like wildfires and floods. The Center will ensure that land managers have access to appropriate, locally adapted native plants and seeds, leading to faster and more resilient recovery of public lands and natural habitats. It also supports research and provides incentives for native seed production.
Key points
Establishes a national center to coordinate the use of native seeds and plants for ecological restoration across the United States.
Prioritizes the use of genetically appropriate and locally adapted native plant materials for revegetation and rehabilitation projects on public lands.
Authorizes $100 million annually (2025-2029) to fund research, infrastructure, and programs, including incentives for private producers of native plant materials.
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Print number: 118_HR_8640
Sponsor: Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]
Process start date: 2024-06-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Interagency Seed and Restoration Center Establishment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8640.

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 2024-06-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a national center to coordinate the use of native seeds and plants for ecological restoration across the United States.
  • Prioritizes the use of genetically appropriate and locally adapted native plant materials for revegetation and rehabilitation projects on public lands.
  • Authorizes $100 million annually (2025-2029) to fund research, infrastructure, and programs, including incentives for private producers of native plant materials.
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. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5].

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 2025-12-30.

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