National White Oak Restoration Plan: Support for Forests and Landowners.
This law launches a major federal program to protect and restore white oak populations across the United States, vital for wildlife and specific industries. It establishes a grant and technical assistance program, allowing private landowners to receive help for planting and managing white oaks on their property. The initiative also funds research to ensure the long-term health and resilience of these forests.
Key points
Establishes a public-private coalition to coordinate white oak restoration efforts nationwide and recommend policy changes.
Creates a voluntary grant and technical assistance program to help private landowners manage and regenerate white oak forests.
Mandates pilot restoration projects in national forests and lands managed by the Department of the Interior.
Requires a national strategy to increase the supply of white oak seedlings from nurseries to address current shortages.
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