What does Preamble of HR 4062 do?

This bill aims to encourage and facilitate efforts to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies. The bill's purpose is to support states and other stakeholders in these conservation efforts.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 4062 do?

This bill is formally titled the Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2025.

What does FINDINGS. of HR 4062 do?

This section outlines findings related to the declining population of western monarch butterflies. The population has declined by over 99 percent in the past 3 decades due to factors like drought, habitat loss, and climate change. In 2020, the population reached a historic low of 1,914 butterflies, and in 2024, less than 10,000 were recorded. The extinction of western monarch butterflies is likely within the next 2 decades without urgent action. Restoring native milkweed and nectar plants, and protecting habitats, are considered critical for their survival. Enhanced pollinator populations can improve pollination services for agriculture and wildlife ecosystems.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 4062 do?

This section defines key terms used within the Act. “Conservation” is defined as methods to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within their range. The “Fund” refers to the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established in section 5(a). “Secretary” is defined as the Secretary of the Interior. “Tribal government” means the governing body of a federally recognized Indian Tribe. “Western monarch butterfly” refers to the population that overwinters along the California coast and breeds in several western states.

What does WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION GRANT PROGRAM. of HR 4062 do?

This section establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Grant Program. The Secretary is authorized to provide grants for projects focused on the conservation of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within their range, subject to available funds and consultation with other Federal agencies. Eligible entities to receive grants include local governments, Tribal government agencies, research institutions, and nonprofit organizations with relevant expertise. State and Federal agencies may participate as partners or collaborators but cannot be lead entities. Project proposals must include a statement of purpose, entity qualifications, implementation methods, anticipated outcomes, and assurances of consultation and non-conflict with food safety measures. Proposals must demonstrate the potential to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators. The Secretary will annually solicit and review project proposals, considering the urgency of declining butterfly populations. Projects will be approved if they demonstrate a likelihood of contributing to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations. Grant recipients are required to submit reports to the Secretary to evaluate project progress and success. State legislatures and the public will have access to project reports and related documents.

What does WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. of HR 4062 do?

A fund called the "Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund" is established in the U.S. Treasury. The Secretary is authorized to spend up to 3 percent of the fund's annual amounts on administrative expenses. The Act authorizes appropriations of $12,500,000 for deposit into the fund for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030. These appropriations are to remain available until expended.

What does IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION of HR 4062 do?

This section directs the Secretary to enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to update and implement the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan. The agreement and associated funds are exempt from certain administrative requirements outlined in Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act. The section authorizes $12,500,000 in appropriations for the Secretary annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out these activities.

What does REPORT TO CONGRESS. of HR 4062 do?

This section requires the Secretary to submit an annual report to Congress regarding the status of western monarch butterflies. The report must include a summary and evaluation of projects funded under section 4. The report must also summarize projects funded through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan.

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MONARCH Act of 2025 — HR. 4062

Last updated: 6/20/2025 · Introduced: 6/20/2025

Author: Jimmy Panetta (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Grant Program to fund projects focused on conserving western monarch butterflies and other pollinators, prioritizing proposals that demonstrate a likelihood of contributing to their recovery.
The bill creates the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund, authorizing $12.5 million in annual appropriations from 2026 through 2030 to support conservation efforts.
The Secretary of the Interior is directed to update and implement the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan in partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and must submit an annual report to Congress on the status of western monarch butterflies and funded projects.

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