HR1762Referred to Committee

Forest Service Accountability Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-02-27
Introduced
11
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Ryan K. Zinke
Ryan K. Zinke
Republican · MT · Representative
Votes with party: 96.8% (535 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (11)

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.

2025-03-28

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would establish new oversight and reporting requirements for how the U.S. Forest Service manages public forests and lands, likely including requirements to track spending, environmental impacts, or how decisions are made. This would affect both the Forest Service's operations and potentially the timber companies, outdoor recreation businesses, and environmental groups that interact with federal forests. The goal appears to be making the agency more transparent and accountable to Congress and the public about its management practices.

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Public Lands and Natural Resources
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