Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to collaborate with state and tribal entities to combat mountain pine beetle infestations and mitigate.
The Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to enter into cooperative agreements with state and tribal entities to address mountain pine beetle infestations. These agreements may include coordinated monitoring, data sharing, joint project planning, and processing of beetle-killed trees. The act also provides for technical assistance in detection, spread dynamics, and mitigation strategies. The goal is to reduce wildfire risks associated with these infestations.
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