Bill > HR2957

This bill reauthorizes the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act, which supports efforts to protect migratory birds that travel between the United States, Canada, and Latin America. Specifically, it extends the authorization for appropriations to the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Fund through fiscal year 2020, allowing $6.5 million annually for projects, with at least 75% of funds dedicated to projects outside the United States. The bill also increases the maximum percentage the Department of the Interior can use from this fund for administrative expenses from 3% to 4%, meaning a slightly larger portion of the fund can be used for operational costs rather than direct conservation projects.