On behalf of thousands of special districts across the country, the National Special Districts Coalition (NSDC) urged the Senate to consider the bipartisan House-approved Fix Our Forests Act (H.R. 8790) during the post-election legislative session.  

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The Fix Our Forests Act addresses longstanding barriers to effective vegetation management and wildfire prevention by streamlining forestry project processes, expanding categorical exclusions, and fostering stronger partnerships between federal agencies and local stakeholders.  A key feature of this legislation is its recognition of the importance of local input and collaboration. The bill creates meaningful opportunities for special districts to contribute to forest health projects that align with community safety and environmental sustainability goals. By empowering local entities and enhancing coordination with federal partners, the legislation strengthens our collective ability to protect critical infrastructure, safeguard water supplies, and ensure the health and safety of the communities we serve. Additionally, the Act expands the Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) to include special districts, allowing them to collaborate with the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management on cross-jurisdictional restoration work. 

For more information, contact chantalu@nationalspecialdistricts.org