Civilian Conservation Center Enhancement Act of 2025
Civilian Conservation Center Enhancement Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Civilian Conservation Center Enhancement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This proposed legislation aims to improve and expand the Civilian Conservation Center program, which focuses on environmental conservation and outdoor work projects. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically seek to fund, modernize, or enhance operations at conservation centers that work on projects like forest management, trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and environmental education. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact conservation centers, their workers and trainees, and communities that benefit from conservation projects. It could also affect federal agencies that oversee these programs, such as the Department of the Interior or Department of Agriculture, as well as the general public who use public lands and parks. **Current Status** As of now, S 1788 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't yet advanced to a full Senate vote.
The bill was introduced by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific funding amounts, program changes, or other provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.