I’m proud to be Chief Co-Sponsor on legislation that supports conservation education. House Bill 0255 was signed into law and establishes the Illinois Youth and Young Adult Conservation and Education Pilot Program which will be administered by the Department of Natural Resources.
This bill will expand conservation education and employment opportunities for youth and young adults throughout Illinois!
Other News
USDA Announces Historic Investment in Wildlife Conservation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it will be investing $500 million dollars over the next five years into expanding wildlife conservation. All available conservation programs will be utilized including Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) through its Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW) effort. This commitment will elevate the conservation assistance for farmers, ranchers, private forest owners, and tribes with a primary focus on working lands in key geographies across the country. Additionally, cutting-edge science and local knowledge will help deliver private interests and goals for conservation resources. (Read the full article)