Bills · S 3673
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3673Transportation and Public Works
Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act
INTRO JAN 15· LAST ACTION JAN 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because pollinators like bees and butterflies are vital for our food supply and the health of our environment. Many of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we eat rely on these creatures for pollination. Pollinator populations have been declining due to habitat loss and other factors, which could lead to higher food prices and reduced agricultural yields.
If this bill becomes law, more money will be available to create and maintain habitats for pollinators along our roads, which are often overlooked areas. This could help stabilize and grow pollinator populations, contributing to food security and biodiversity. Without this bill, funding would remain at lower levels, and fewer organizations would be eligible to participate, potentially slowing efforts to support these critical species.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the list of entities eligible to receive funding for pollinator-friendly roadside practices to include certain nonprofit organizations.
This allows more diverse groups to participate in creating and maintaining pollinator habitats, potentially leading to more projects and broader community involvement.
PROVISION 02
Increases the maximum award for individual projects under the program from $150,000 to $500,000.
Larger grants enable more ambitious and impactful projects, allowing for more extensive or comprehensive habitat development.
PROVISION 03
Reauthorizes the program for fiscal years 2026 through 2031, increasing annual funding from $2,000,000 to $5,000,000.
This ensures the program's continuation and significantly boosts its capacity to fund pollinator habitat projects across the country for the next five years.
PROVISION 04
Requires consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service when federal agencies develop lists of appropriate native plant materials for these projects.
This ensures that plant selection is informed by expert scientific knowledge, maximizing benefits for local ecosystems and wildlife.
PROVISION 05
Clarifies that consultation with Indian Tribes for project plans applies to federally recognized tribes whose land is within 50 miles of a proposed project.
This provides specific guidance for engagement with tribal communities, ensuring their interests are considered while streamlining the consultation process.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 15
Introduced in Senate
JAN 15
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3673
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 15, 2026
Last actionJan 15, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2026
Senate BillS 3673Transportation and Public Works
Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act
INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 15, 2026
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
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