What is the current status of HR 7143?

HR 7143 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7143?

HR 7143 was sponsored by Jimmy Panetta (D), Rep.

Roadside Pollinator Program Update

IntroducedJanuary 16, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Transportation and Public Works

Why This Matters

The Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act aims to enhance and fund efforts to plant flowers and plants that help pollinators along highways. This is important for supporting bees and other pollinators that are crucial for our ecosystem and food supply.

If you care about the environment, this bill could help increase the number of flowers that support bees and butterflies near highways.

Who this affects

local communities · environmental groups · nonprofit organizations

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill improves a program for planting pollinator-friendly plants along highways.
2It allows more types of organizations, including nonprofits, to participate in the program.
3The bill increases funding for the program from $2 million to $5 million each year until 2031.
4It requires consultation with wildlife experts when developing plans for roadside projects.
5The bill focuses on including Indian Tribes located near proposed projects.

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Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Roadside Pollinator Program Update

IntroducedJanuary 16, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Transportation and Public Works

Why This Matters

If you care about the environment, this bill could help increase the number of flowers that support bees and butterflies near highways.

Who this affects

local communities · environmental groups · nonprofit organizations

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill improves a program for planting pollinator-friendly plants along highways.
2It allows more types of organizations, including nonprofits, to participate in the program.
3The bill increases funding for the program from $2 million to $5 million each year until 2031.
4It requires consultation with wildlife experts when developing plans for roadside projects.
5The bill focuses on including Indian Tribes located near proposed projects.

Read full document

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly