Bills · S 1107
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1107Agriculture and Food
MATCH Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 25· LAST ACTION MAR 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because natural disasters often require an immediate response to prevent further damage and protect lives and property. Currently, local governments and Indian Tribes might hesitate to act quickly on emergency watershed protection measures if they fear those costs won't be reimbursed or counted towards their share of federal aid, leading to delays that can worsen environmental damage or create more hazards for communities.
If this bill becomes law, it could significantly reduce delays in critical cleanup and repair work following disasters. Local entities could start urgent projects, knowing that their initial expenses might be recognized. This could lead to faster recovery times, better protection against future disasters, and potentially save taxpayer money by preventing minor damages from escalating into more costly problems. If it doesn't become law, the existing hurdle of pre-agreement costs could continue to slow down immediate disaster response and recovery efforts.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The bill defines 'sponsor' to include state and local governments and Indian Tribes, clarifying who can participate in the Emergency Watershed Program.
This ensures that a broad range of local entities responsible for disaster response are eligible for the program's benefits.
PROVISION 02
It requires the Secretary of Agriculture to identify specific emergency watershed protection measures whose costs can be incurred by a sponsor before a formal agreement.
This creates a clear framework for what early actions will be recognized, reducing uncertainty for local responders.
PROVISION 03
The bill mandates the development of a procedure for sponsors to request that these pre-agreement costs count towards their required project contribution.
This establishes a formal process for incorporating early spending into project funding, making it easier for local entities to get credit for their prompt actions.
PROVISION 04
It clarifies that a sponsor assumes the financial risk for any measures undertaken prior to entering into a formal agreement.
This manages expectations and prevents the assumption that all pre-agreement costs will automatically be covered or reimbursed, even if no agreement is reached.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Utah
YRS IN OFFICE
8
BILLS LED
52
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 1 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 25
Introduced in Senate
MAR 25
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1107
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 25, 2025
Last actionMar 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025
Senate BillS 1107Agriculture and Food
MATCH Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 25, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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