Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7650
McIntire-Stennis Act District of Columbia Equality Act
Forestry Research Funding for the District of Columbia
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- This bill aims to give the District of Columbia the same access to federal forestry research money that states already receive. It updates an older law to make sure D.C. is included in the list of eligible places for these specific grants.
- The funding supports research at universities to help protect trees, water, and wildlife. By including D.C., local schools like the University of the District of Columbia could get more resources to study urban nature, tree health, and climate issues.
- This change is part of an effort to treat D.C. like a state when it comes to federal programs. It would help the city better manage its parks and 'urban forests' by providing the same financial support available to the 50 states.
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Milestones
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Feb 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Feb 23, 2026
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Feb 23, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E155)
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
McIntire-Stennis Act District of Columbia Equality Act
Bill NumberHR 7650
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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