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S.879: National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced April 6, 2017
- Latest Major Action April 6, 2017
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - April 6, 2017
Bill Summary
National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2017 This bill directs the Forest Service to prioritize and carry out ecosystem restoration projects on National Forest System (NFS) land to accomplish one or more of the objectives specified in this bill, which include restoring terrestrial habitat, carrying out a needed timber stand improvement, reducing the risk or extent of insect or disease infestation, or reducing wildland fire severity...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 6, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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| April 6, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) |