Bill > HR1162

This bill, the 21st Century Conservation Corps Act, provides supplemental appropriations for several federal agencies to fund a variety of conservation, restoration, and recreation projects. Key provisions include: - $8.075 billion for the Forest Service to conduct hazardous fuels reduction, watershed restoration, recreation infrastructure improvements, and other projects. - $5.5 billion for the Natural Resources Conservation Service to fund high-impact watershed restoration projects. - $4.505 billion for the Bureau of Reclamation to expand the WaterSMART program and improve water infrastructure. - $2 billion each for the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Commerce to support wildfire resilience, coastal restoration, and other climate adaptation projects. - $9 billion for a new Civilian Conservation Corps program to provide job training and employment in conservation and outdoor recreation. - Amendments to the Reforestation Trust Fund to increase mandatory funding for reforestation efforts on national forests and public lands. - Temporary waivers of certain permit and fee requirements for ski areas, outfitters/guides, and other outdoor recreation providers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1162/all-info