Federal Projects Must Prioritize Native Plants for Habitat Creation.
This law mandates that federal agencies prioritize using native plant species in construction and maintenance projects involving landscaping on government property. The goal is to boost local ecosystems, support pollinators, and reduce water consumption and soil erosion. While standard lawns are exempt, agencies are encouraged to use native plants in unused lawn areas to improve local environmental health.
Key points
Federal agencies must prioritize native plants over non-native ones in landscaping, considering cost and supply feasibility.
The change aims to create better habitats for wildlife, decrease landscape water usage, and improve stormwater control around federal facilities.
Contractors and subcontractors working on federal projects must adhere to these new native plant requirements.
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