Monarch Butterfly Conservation: Grants to Restore Western Population Habitat.
This Act authorizes significant funding to save the critically endangered western monarch butterfly population. It establishes a grant program allowing local governments and non-profits to secure funds for habitat restoration, including planting milkweed and protecting overwintering sites. These efforts aim to improve local ecosystems and support essential pollination services for agriculture.
Key points
Establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund, authorizing $12.5 million annually (2023-2027) for conservation projects.
Local governments, non-profits, and research institutions can apply for grants to restore milkweed and nectar plants and protect critical monarch habitats.
The law mandates funding for implementing the existing Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, directly supporting ecosystems and agriculture in the Western US.
Status:
Expired
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