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Tribal Conservation: Including Tribes in Federal Land Programs

Tribal Conservation Priorities Inclusion Act

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This bill, introduced by Mr. Neguse, would change federal law to ensure Indian Tribes have a direct say in identifying which environmental issues are most important. It adds tribal priorities to the list of state and local concerns that guide how the government spends money on conservation.
The change affects major programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Stewardship Program. These programs provide financial and technical help to landowners who want to protect water quality, improve soil health, or manage wildlife habitats.
By including tribal land in these rules, the bill ensures that conservation projects address the specific needs of Native American communities. This helps fix a gap where tribal environmental goals might have been overlooked in favor of state or local government plans.
The bill also updates technical language to make it easier for tribal governments to manage conservation contracts and grants. This ensures that the legal definitions used for these programs are consistent and up-to-date across different federal agencies.

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Feb 20, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Feb 20, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Tribal Conservation Priorities Inclusion Act

Bill NumberHR 7627

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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