The bill would require supervisors of certain National Forest System units to report ways to increase timber sales. It applies when a unit sold no more than two-thirds of its allowable timber sale quantity in the previous fiscal year. Supervisors must consult with industry, advisory committees, governments, and stakeholder groups. Within one year, they must show that they have taken steps toward increasing sales. The Forest Service would review progress and may require more reports. The Secretary may waive the reporting requirement for a plausible reason, such as a natural disaster. The bill was introduced and referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
The bill sets reporting and follow-up requirements for some national forest supervisors. It does not describe direct effects on individuals or communities.
The bill does not specify funding amounts. It directs the Secretary to allocate any available resources to units that have not made enough progress. These resources may include additional staff, expanded use of good neighbor agreements, or feasible steps to speed environmental reviews.
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