White Oak Protection and Restoration: New Programs and Research
This Act aims to protect and restore white oak populations in the United States. It introduces new programs, research, and collaborations among various institutions to ensure the health and resilience of these trees, which may impact the availability of oak wood products and the health of forest ecosystems.
Key points
Establishment of the White Oak Restoration Initiative Coalition to coordinate efforts and provide policy recommendations.
Implementation of pilot programs in national forests and lands managed by the Department of the Interior for white oak restoration.
Creation of a voluntary grant and technical assistance program for private landowners to support white oak regeneration.
Development of a national strategy to increase white oak seedling production in nurseries.
Funding for research into white oak resistance to diseases and environmental stressors.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_476
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-02-06