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Northwest Wetlands Voluntary Incentives Program Act authorizes a pilot program to enhance habitat and water availability for migratory birds.

The Northwest Wetlands Voluntary Incentives Program Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to establish a pilot program to enhance, maintain, and restore habitats for migratory birds. The program provides competitive grants and technical assistance to eligible entities for habitat restoration projects. Eligible entities include federal or state agencies, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, conservation districts, and private landowners. Projects may be located on public, private, tribal, or other land, including agricultural land.