H.R.528

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act

Chamber Passed·3/17/26

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025 requires the Secretary of the Interior to identify and prioritize lands needing reforestation.

The Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of the Interior to annually identify federal lands requiring reforestation and restoration following unplanned disturbances, such as wildfires or infestations, that hinder natural regeneration. The Secretary must propose a list of priority projects for each fiscal year and may implement these projects through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements. The bill also requires outreach to various stakeholders, including Indian Tribes and units of local government, to advance these projects.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · Mar 17
Current
Energy And Natural Resources Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

1
2
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 23, 2025

10:00 AM

House Committee on Natural Resources Hearing

Apr 29, 2025

10:30 AM

House Subcommittee on Federal Lands Hearing

History

Mar 17

Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Mar 16

House

Mr. Wittman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

Mar 16

House

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2524-2525)