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National Biodiversity Strategy: Protecting 30% of US Lands and Waters by 2030.

The Senate calls for establishing a comprehensive national strategy to protect biodiversity, recognizing that the loss of nature directly threatens citizens' security, health, and economic well-being (e.g., through loss of pollination and clean water). This strategy aims to coordinate federal efforts, incorporate indigenous knowledge, and set ambitious goals, including conserving at least 30% of US lands and waters by 2030.
Key points
Adoption of the "30x30" goal: Conserving at least 30% of US lands and waters by 2030 to protect ecosystems and address climate change.
Mandate for a national strategy to coordinate all federal conservation efforts and provide global leadership on the biodiversity crisis.
Focus on securing vital ecosystem services (like water filtration and pollination) crucial for public health and economic stability.
Requirement to integrate indigenous knowledge and ensure equitable resource allocation for communities disproportionately affected by environmental degradation.
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Additional Information
A resolution expressing the need for the Federal Government to establish a national biodiversity strategy for protecting biodiversity for current and future generations.
Print number: SRES 494
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2023-12-12