To extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000.
Rep. Neguse Introduces Bill to Extend Funding for Rural Schools and Roads Through 2026
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has been sent to the House Committees on Agriculture and Natural Resources for review. It is actively moving through the initial steps of consideration. There are no further actions scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This program has a long history of bipartisan support because it is essential for the budgets of rural counties in both Republican and Democratic districts.
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Personal Impact
Farmers and ranchers in rural counties with significant federal forest land benefit indirectly from this program. The payments support local road maintenance and county services that agricultural operations depend on. Without these funds, counties may cut back on road upkeep and other infrastructure that farmers and ranchers need to move products to market.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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The Secure Rural Schools program was extended through fiscal year 2026 via a bipartisan bill in 2025. The Forest Service is now reconciling payments for 2024 and 2025 to ensure counties receive full amounts owed after a two-year lapse in the program's authorization.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
To extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000.
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