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Funding Forest Restoration and Faster Response to Invasive Species Threats

This Act allocates federal funding to protect US forests damaged by nonnative pests and weeds. It establishes grant programs for research into tree restoration methods and for implementation of these solutions. The law also amends emergency response procedures, setting deadlines for the transfer of funds and clarifying criteria for declaring an emergency regarding invasive species.
Key points
Allocates a total of $126 million for fiscal years 2023 through 2026 for competitive grants supporting research and implementation of solutions to restore native tree species.
Requires emergency funds to be transferred not later than 60 days after an emergency declaration and specifies that the availability of federal funds is not a dispositive factor in making such a determination.
Mandates a study by the National Academy of Sciences to analyze federal resources and provide recommendations for countering the threat of nonnative plant pests.
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Print number: 118_S_1238
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1238.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allocates a total of $126 million for fiscal years 2023 through 2026 for competitive grants supporting research and implementation of solutions to restore native tree species.
  • Requires emergency funds to be transferred not later than 60 days after an emergency declaration and specifies that the availability of federal funds is not a dispositive factor in making such a determination.
  • Mandates a study by the National Academy of Sciences to analyze federal resources and provide recommendations for countering the threat of nonnative plant pests.
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 Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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