What does Preamble of TREES Act of 2025 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a grant program to facilitate tree planting that reduces residential energy consumption, and for other purposes,' aims to establish a grant program. The Secretary of Energy would be directed to establish this grant program. The grant program is intended to facilitate tree planting efforts that reduce residential energy consumption.

What does SHORT TITLE. of TREES Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Trees for Residential Energy and Economic Savings Act of 2025.

What does TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM. of TREES Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes the Tree Planting Grant Program to facilitate tree planting projects that reduce residential energy consumption. The Secretary of Energy will award grants to eligible entities, including state and local governments, Indian Tribes, nonprofit organizations, and retail power providers. Applications for grants must include a description of the project, estimated energy reduction, costs, and community engagement plans. Priority will be given to projects that benefit households with high energy burdens, provide shade and wind protection, and are located in areas with low tree canopy cover or high populations of seniors or children. The Secretary aims to facilitate the planting of at least 300,000 trees annually, subject to appropriations. The federal government will cover 90% of the cost of eligible projects. The bill authorizes $50,000,000 for the program each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030. Eligible costs include planning, tree purchase and planting, nursery establishment, tree maintenance, and training activities.

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TREES Act of 2025

Last updated: 4/24/2025 · Introduced: 4/24/2025

Author: Doris Matsui (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Energy to support tree planting projects that reduce residential energy consumption.
Eligible entities, including state and local governments, can apply for grants covering up to 90% of project costs, with priority given to projects benefiting households with high energy burdens and areas with low tree canopy cover.
The bill authorizes $50,000,000 annually from 2026 through 2030 to facilitate the planting of at least 300,000 trees per year.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 7567(Passed House)Official page

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