What does Preamble of Habitat Enhancement Now Act do?

This bill aims to establish grant programs. The grant programs are intended to sustain populations of migratory waterfowl. The programs will support the deployment of tools and practices that complement habitat conservation.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Habitat Enhancement Now Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Habitat Enhancement Now Act.

What does GRANT PROGRAMS TO SUSTAIN POPULATIONS OF SPECIES OF MIGRATORY of Habitat Enhancement Now Act do?

This section establishes grant programs aimed at sustaining populations of migratory waterfowl. A 'hen house grant program' will provide funds to eligible entities to strategically place, build, and maintain nesting structures (hen houses) in the prairie pothole region. A 'breeding habitat grant program' will provide funds to eligible entities to develop breeding habitat for migratory waterfowl, specifically within California. Eligible entities for these grants include State, local, or Tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Applications for grants must be submitted to the Secretary of the Interior, who will determine the appropriate form, timing, and information requirements. The programs are intended to improve nesting success rates and enhance waterfowl production. Funding of $3,500,000 is allocated annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 for each grant program. The findings section highlights the importance of wetland ecosystems and habitat conservation for migratory bird populations.

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Habitat Enhancement Now Act

Last updated: 7/22/2025 · Introduced: 7/22/2025

Author: Michelle Fischbach (R-MN)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes two grant programs, allocating $3.5 million annually from 2026-2030 to each, to support migratory waterfowl populations.
The 'hen house grant program' will fund the construction and maintenance of nesting structures in the prairie pothole region.
The 'breeding habitat grant program' will provide funding to develop breeding habitat for migratory waterfowl within California.

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