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Increased Funding for Pollinator Habitats on US Roadside Highways.

This act significantly increases federal funding for the program dedicated to creating and maintaining pollinator-friendly habitats along US highways and roadsides. Annual funding rises from $2 million to $5 million through 2031, supporting biodiversity and agricultural health. The bill also expands eligibility, allowing tax-exempt nonprofit organizations to receive grants for these environmental projects.
Key points
Annual funding for the roadside pollinator program increases from $2 million to $5 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2031.
Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) tax-exempt) are now eligible to receive federal grants for pollinator projects.
The maximum grant amount for technical assistance is raised from $150,000 to $500,000.
Requires consultation with Indian Tribes located within 50 miles of a proposed project regarding conservation plans.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7143
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2026-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7143.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Annual funding for the roadside pollinator program increases from $2 million to $5 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2031.
  • Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) tax-exempt) are now eligible to receive federal grants for pollinator projects.
  • The maximum grant amount for technical assistance is raised from $150,000 to $500,000.
  • Requires consultation with Indian Tribes located within 50 miles of a proposed project regarding conservation plans.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-07.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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