A bill to amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to modify the cost-sharing requirement for conservation projects carried out by a qualified youth or conservation corps, and for other purposes.

Key Points

• This bill changes how the federal government funds conservation projects done by youth and conservation corps. Right now, the government pays 75 percent of the cost, and the local group must pay the other 25 percent. This bill would increase the government's share to 90 percent.
• Lowering the local cost to 10 percent makes it easier for smaller organizations to participate. Many youth groups struggle to raise the 25 percent match. This high cost can stop important work like trail repairs or forest cleaning from happening in local communities.
• These programs provide jobs and training for young people while helping maintain public lands. By making the funding more accessible, the bill aims to get more people working outdoors. It also helps reduce the backlog of maintenance needed in national parks and forests.

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