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Ensuring Staffing and Resources for Tropical and Pacific Forestry Institutes

This bill mandates minimum staffing levels and resources for forestry research institutes in Puerto Rico and the Pacific Islands. It aims to strengthen scientific research and environmental protection efforts in these tropical regions.
Key points
Requires at least 50 staff members for the Institute of Tropical Forestry in Puerto Rico.
Requires at least 30 staff members for the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.
Guarantees resources for scientific research, demonstrations, and knowledge exchange regarding tropical forests.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7518
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2026-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to ensure adequate staffing and resources for the Institute of Tropical Forestry and the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7518.

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 2026-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires at least 50 staff members for the Institute of Tropical Forestry in Puerto Rico.
  • Requires at least 30 staff members for the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.
  • Guarantees resources for scientific research, demonstrations, and knowledge exchange regarding tropical forests.
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. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-23.

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.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment