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President to Appoint Forest Service Chief with Senate Confirmation.

This bill changes the selection process for the Chief of the Forest Service, shifting the appointment power from the Secretary of Agriculture to the President, subject to Senate confirmation. This aims to increase political accountability and oversight regarding the management of national forests and natural resources. Citizens can expect the leader managing key recreational and environmental lands to undergo more rigorous public scrutiny.
Key points
The Chief of the Forest Service must now be nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
The nominee must demonstrate substantial experience and competence in forest and natural resources management.
The nomination will be jointly referred to two Senate committees, increasing Congressional oversight of public land management.
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Print number: 118_S_5440
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Forest Service Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5440.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Chief of the Forest Service must now be nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
  • The nominee must demonstrate substantial experience and competence in forest and natural resources management.
  • The nomination will be jointly referred to two Senate committees, increasing Congressional oversight of public land management.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment Agriculture