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America the Beautiful Act

Introduced
May 1, 2025
Cosponsors
66
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 17, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a national goal to conserve 30% of the nation's lands and waters by 2030, and requires federal agencies to develop strategies to achieve this goal. Requires the development of local and state conservation plans to protect public lands and natural resources.

Sponsored By

Steve Daines
Republican · Montana · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 1, 2025
  4. Jun 17, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the general public, particularly those who use or live near public lands and natural resources, by potentially limiting development and promoting conservation efforts. It also impacts federal agencies, state governments, and local communities, which will be required to develop and implement conservation plans.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
59backers
  • Democratic29
  • Republican29
  • Independent / other1
Cross-party cosponsors29 · 50%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (66)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMay 1, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 17, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 439.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.