S. 517In Committee
Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025
Directs the Forest Service to modernize the Forest Inventory and Analysis program by expanding forest carbon data, updating strategic planning, and improving public access to forest statistics
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Directs the Forest Service to modernize the Forest Inventory and Analysis program by expanding forest carbon data, updating strategic planning, and improving public access to forest statistics
Key points
- Establish external data request platform
- Require updated FIA strategic plans
- Allow fees for complex requests
- Expand forest carbon inventory
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-11 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedPublic Lands and Natural Resources