A bill to amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to modify the cost-sharing requirement for conservation projects carried out by a qualified youth or conservation corps, and for other purposes.

# Summary of S 1228 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would modify the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, which oversees youth and conservation corps programs that employ young people and adults to work on public lands projects. The main change involves adjusting "cost-sharing" requirements—the amount of money that local organizations or states must contribute when federal funds support conservation work. By reducing these matching fund requirements, the bill aims to make it easier for youth and conservation corps to carry out environmental projects like trail maintenance, forest management, and habitat restoration on public lands. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit youth and conservation corps organizations, young people seeking employment in conservation work, and public land agencies.

It could also affect state and local governments that partner with these programs, as they may have fewer financial obligations to match federal funding. The changes could expand opportunities for young workers to gain employment and training in conservation fields. **Current Status** S 1228 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator James Risch (R-ID) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.