S. 1495In Committee
NRCS Wetland Compliance and Appeals Reform Act
Revise USDA wetland certification compliance and appeals rules by limiting retroactive penalties, shifting proof burdens, and expanding appeal protections in the NRCS program
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Revise USDA wetland certification compliance and appeals rules by limiting retroactive penalties, shifting proof burdens, and expanding appeal protections in the NRCS program
Key points
- Require state oversight committees
- Prohibit retroactive wetland penalties
- Prohibit permanent NRCS easements
- Modify wetland appeals procedures
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-04-10 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAgriculture and Food