Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act
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AI-generatedPlain-English Summary: Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act
This bill focuses on replanting and restoring forests on federal lands after natural disasters, such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods, or other major events that damage or destroy trees. While the full text of the bill was not provided, legislation with this title typically directs federal agencies — most likely the U.S. Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management — to prioritize reforestation efforts in areas that have been significantly harmed by disasters, and may establish funding mechanisms or timelines to make that restoration happen more quickly.
The bill would most directly affect communities living near federal forests and public lands, particularly in rural areas prone to wildfires or severe storms. Faster reforestation can help prevent erosion, protect local water supplies, reduce flood risks, and support wildlife habitats. It may also create work opportunities for forestry workers, conservation crews, and contractors involved in planting and land restoration projects.
This legislation passed the House of Representatives by voice vote and has been sent to the Senate, where it is currently under review by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The relatively smooth passage in the House suggests broad, bipartisan support, which is common for conservation and disaster recovery measures. It remains to be seen whether the Senate will pass the bill as written or propose any changes before it could become law.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
March 17, 2026
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Mar 17, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 528.
Mar 16, 2026Mr. Wittman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Mar 16, 2026Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2524-2525)
Mar 16, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 16, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2524)
Mar 16, 2026On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2524)
Mar 16, 2026Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-276, Part I.
Sep 15, 2025Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 232.
Sep 15, 2025Committee on Agriculture discharged.
Sep 15, 2025Committee on Agriculture discharged.
Sep 15, 2025Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-276, Part I.
Sep 15, 2025Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jul 23, 2025Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
Jul 23, 2025Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Jul 23, 2025Subcommittee Hearings Held
Apr 29, 2025Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
Apr 23, 2025Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 16, 2025Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 16, 2025Introduced in House
Jan 16, 2025Introduced in House
Jan 16, 2025