Congress aims to speed emergency farm and forest recovery aid with upfront payments and broader wildfire coverage
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Became Public Law No: 119-102.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Sent to Archivist of the United States unsigned.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 368 - 19 (Roll no. 223). (text: CR H4137)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Announces the bill and summarizes key changes: advance emergency payments, expanded wildfire eligibility (including some human-caused/federal-caused), and improvements for nonindustrial private forest landowners.
Reintroduces the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025, highlighting up-front cost-share options under ECP/EFRP, broader wildfire eligibility, and an extended timeframe to complete funded work.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025
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