Forestry Grant Program: New Jobs and Training in Rural Areas
This act establishes a grant program to create new jobs and training opportunities in the forestry sector, especially in low-income rural areas. This initiative aims to provide residents in these regions with better career paths and more stable incomes, while also improving access to high-speed internet.
Key points
Forestry training programs: Access to training for individuals interested in forestry, potentially leading to new employment opportunities.
Support for rural areas: Grants are targeted at small, low-income communities to foster economic development and retain young people.
Improved internet access: Areas covered by the program must have or plan for high-speed internet access, crucial for development and education.
Collaboration with schools: The program encourages partnerships with secondary and vocational schools to engage young people in forestry careers.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1336
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2025-04-08