National strategy to protect wildlife and environment from extreme weather and climate change.
This Act establishes an integrated national approach to protect fish, wildlife, and plants from the ongoing and expected effects of extreme weather and climate change. For citizens, this means better safeguarding natural resources that provide clean water, flood protection, and support outdoor recreation and local economies. It mandates cooperation between federal, state, and tribal governments to enhance ecosystem resilience, leading to greater environmental stability and security in daily life.
Key points
National Coordination: Establishes a Joint Implementation Working Group of federal, state, and tribal leaders to coordinate the development and execution of a National Climate Adaptation Strategy.
Science and Planning: Requires the creation and regular revision of a National Strategy and Implementation Plans, integrating sound science and traditional ecological knowledge to protect habitats and species.
State Funding Requirements: States must develop and submit their own adaptation plans to qualify for federal funds, with a minimum of 2% of funds allocated to implementing Tribal and Native Hawaiian climate priorities.
Protection of Sensitive Data: Includes provisions to exempt sensitive traditional ecological knowledge shared by Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations from public disclosure (FACA and FOIA exemptions).
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