To amend the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to improve that Act, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
This bill expands the Tribal Forest Protection Act to give Indian tribes greater authority to protect and restore both their own forest and rangeland and adjacent federal lands. It broadens the definition of "Indian forest land or rangeland" to include Alaska Native Corporation lands and lands capable of restoration. It authorizes $15 million annually through 2030.
Who Benefits and How
Indian tribes benefit from expanded authority to manage and restore forests and rangelands on both tribal and adjacent federal lands. Alaska Native Corporations gain inclusion in the program. Forest Service and BLM can partner with tribes on more projects.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal land management agencies bear increased coordination responsibilities with tribes. Federal taxpayers fund the $15 million annual authorization. However, tribal forest management has proven effective at reducing wildfire risk, potentially saving costs.
Key Provisions
- Expands "Indian forest land or rangeland" to include Alaska Native Corporation lands
- Adds land restoration authority (not just protection)
- Allows tribal projects on federal land with special cultural significance to the tribe
- Authorizes $15 million per year for FY2025-2030
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
Amends the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to expand tribal authority to protect and restore Indian forest land, rangeland, and adjacent federal lands, while authorizing $15 million annually for FY2025-2030.
Who Benefits
- Indian tribes
- Alaska Native Corporations
- Federal land management agencies
Who Bears Costs
- Federal taxpayers
- Forest Service
- BLM
Key Policy Areas
Tribal Affairs, Forest Management, Public Lands, Natural Resources
Primary Purpose
Amends the Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004 to expand tribal authority to protect and restore Indian forest land, rangeland, and adjacent federal lands, while authorizing $15 million annually for FY2025-2030.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Expand tribal forest management authority and funding to improve land stewardship and reduce wildfire risk"
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Passed SenateReported by Mr. Schatz, with an amendment
Ms. Murkowski introduced the following bill; which was read twice …
Ms. Murkowski (for herself, Mr. Sullivan, and Mr. Heinrich) introduced …
Passed Senate (inferred from es version)
Stakeholder Effects
cui bono?How this legislation distributes effects. Mention counts reflect frequency, not effect magnitude.
Alaska Native Corporations, Indian tribes, Indian tribes with forest/range lands
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Land held in trust for an Indian tribe that is Indian forest land, has grass/brush cover, or is capable of restoration; includes Alaska Native Corporation lands
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