Locally Led Restoration Act of 2025

# Locally Led Restoration Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Locally Led Restoration Act of 2025 (HR 3637) would shift forest management and land restoration decisions from federal agencies to local communities and state governments. Rather than having the federal government make decisions about how to manage forests and natural areas, the bill would give more authority to county governments, local organizations, and states to plan and carry out restoration projects on federal lands within their areas. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This bill primarily affects people who depend on or care about forest management, including timber companies, environmental groups, rural communities, and recreation users. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but the bill's title suggests it would prioritize locally-driven approaches to land restoration—potentially including forest thinning, fire prevention, wildlife habitat improvement, and other conservation work. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3637 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House but has not yet been voted on by the full chamber.

The bill was sponsored by Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a Republican from California.