HR 2971
YOUNG Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:32 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Youth Outdoors Using Nature’s Genetics Act (YOUNG Act), aims to support youth-led biodiversity monitoring projects across the United States. It establishes a grant program overseen by the Department of Commerce, providing funding and technical assistance to schools, nonprofits, and Tribal governments to utilize advanced technologies like DNA analysis and drones in studying local ecosystems. The program prioritizes projects benefiting underserved communities and requires the Secretary to report on its progress and outcomes to Congress.
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