Bills · HR 1011
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1011Forests, forestry, treesAgricultural prices, subsidies, credit
Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025
INTRO FEB 5· LAST ACTION APR 15
READING
3MIN
COSPONSORS
4BIPARTISAN
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
NO VOTES YET · BE THE FIRST
- One chamber only
LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the ability of farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners to recover from natural disasters. When disasters strike, the immediate financial burden of repairs can be overwhelming, potentially delaying recovery or even leading to farm closures. By allowing advance payments, this bill would provide quicker access to much-needed funds, enabling faster repairs and restoration of damaged land.
If this bill becomes law, producers could start rebuilding their livelihoods sooner, potentially reducing the long-term economic impact of disasters on rural communities and ensuring a more stable food supply. If it doesn't become law, these individuals would continue to face delays in receiving full reimbursement, potentially hindering recovery efforts and increasing financial stress during already difficult times. The explicit inclusion of certain human-caused wildfires also addresses a specific vulnerability that might not currently be fully covered.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows agricultural producers to receive up to 75% of ECP funds for replacement/rehabilitation or up to 50% for repairs, in advance of the work being completed.
This reduces the immediate financial burden on farmers after a disaster, allowing them to start repairs sooner.
PROVISION 02
Clarifies that wildfires not caused naturally (including those caused by the Federal Government) are covered by the ECP if the damage spreads due to natural causes.
This broadens the scope of covered disasters, providing more clarity and support for farmers affected by a wider range of wildfire incidents.
PROVISION 03
Allows owners of nonindustrial private forest land to receive up to 75% of EFRP funds in advance for emergency measures.
This speeds up the recovery process for private forest landowners by providing upfront capital for critical restoration work.
PROVISION 04
Requires the return of unspent EFRP advance funds if not used within 180 days.
This ensures accountability and that public funds are used efficiently and for their intended purpose.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
R· Louisiana
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
20
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 50%
DEM 1 REP 3 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
15 EVENTSAPR 15
Received in the Senate.
APR 14
Mr. Thompson (PA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
APR 14
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2844-2846)
APR 14
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1011.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1011
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedFeb 5, 2025
Last actionApr 15, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 5, 2025
House BillHR 1011Forests, forestry, treesAgricultural prices, subsidies, credit
Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025
INTRODUCED FEB 5, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 15, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
