Colorado HB1205 updates state law to align with federal expansion of good neighbor authority for forest management.

Colorado HB1205 updates state law to reflect the federal expansion of good neighbor authority, enhancing Colorado's ability to partner with federal agencies, local governments, and tribes for forest management. The bill modernizes references to good neighbor authority, allowing the Colorado State Forest Service to enter into agreements with federal agencies for forest management projects. These projects aim to improve forest health, resilience, and outdoor recreation opportunities, while also supporting wildfire risk reduction, rural economic development, and sustainable outdoor recreation.

Colorado HB1205 updates state law to align with federal expansion of good neighbor authority for forest management.

Colorado HB1205 updates state law to reflect the federal expansion of good neighbor authority, enhancing Colorado's ability to partner with federal agencies, local governments, and tribes for forest management. The bill modernizes references to good neighbor authority, allowing the Colorado State Forest Service to enter into agreements with federal agencies for forest management projects. These projects aim to improve forest health, resilience, and outdoor recreation opportunities, while also supporting wildfire risk reduction, rural economic development, and sustainable outdoor recreation.