Forest health grant program.

What it does: This bill establishes the Forest Health Grant Program, administered by the State Forester, to fund projects improving forest health, water quality, wildfire risk reduction, forest product production and wildlife habitat. Specifies that grants can cover up to seventy‑five percent (75%) of project costs on state, local or private lands, and up to 50% on federal lands, with matching funds required. Creates the Forest Health Grant Program Account to fund the program and appropriates funds to the account. Requires the Attorney General to review and approve all grants issued under the program. (official summary)

Question before the chamber: H Concur:Failed 26-33-3-0-0

A yes vote accepted the Senate's amendments to HB 78, which limit grants to nonprofit and governmental organizations, raise the appropriation from $3 million to $5 million, require attorney general approval of grants, and remove the sunset date. (AI-written)

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