| Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Program |
The Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Program provides grants to reclaim abandoned coal mine lands while fostering economic and community development in coalfield regions. It aims to create jobs, revitalize communities, and address legacy pollution through sustainable land reuse. |
https://www.osmre.gov/programs/abandoned-mine-land-economic-revitalization-amler-program |
$90 million |
| Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Program |
To reclaim land and water resources affected by pre-1977 coal mining, addressing public health, safety, and environmental hazards. The program aims to restore these lands for beneficial use, mitigate acid mine drainage, and close dangerous mine shafts. |
https://www.osmre.gov/programs/aml.shtm |
Funded by a fee on coal production |
| American Indian Higher Education Consortium |
The American Indian Higher Education Consortium strengthens tribal colleges and universities to enhance Native American education and sovereignty. It aims to support academic programs and cultural preservation for American Indian and Alaska Native students. |
https://www.aihec.org/ |
Congressional appropriations |
| Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative |
To restore forests on previously mined lands in Appalachia, enhancing ecological and economic benefits. The initiative promotes the Forestry Reclamation Approach (FRA) for planting high-value hardwood trees and expediting natural forest succession. |
https://arri.osmre.gov/ |
Supported by existing OSMRE budgets and partnerships |
| Clean Vessel Act Program |
The Clean Vessel Act Program provides grants to states for pumpout stations and waste facilities to reduce sewage pollution from recreational boats. It aims to improve water quality and support aquatic ecosystems through boater sewage management. |
https://www.fws.gov/service/clean-vessel-act-cva-program |
$40 million over 5 years |
| Endangered Species Recovery Program |
Endangered Species Recovery Program, run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, funds and plans to save threatened species, restore habitats, and boost populations like eagles and wolves nationwide. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/endangered-species-recovery |
$5 million |
| Federal Duck Stamp Program |
The Federal Duck Stamp Program sells stamps to hunters and collectors to fund wetland conservation within the National Wildlife Refuge System. It aims to protect migratory bird habitats and enhance biodiversity and recreational opportunities. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/federal-duck-stamp |
$635,000 |
| Fire Science Exchange Network |
FSEN connects wildland fire scientists and managers to share research. It delivers science-based solutions for fire management across 15 regions. |
https://www.firescience.gov/JFSP_exchanges.cfm |
Not publicly specified |
| Fish and Aquatic Conservation Program |
The Fish and Aquatic Conservation Program conserves, protects, and enhances aquatic species and their habitats across the United States. It aims to tackle priority conservation challenges through science-based restoration and partnerships. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/fish-and-aquatic-conservation |
$15,000 |
| Heritage Documentation Programs |
Heritage Documentation Programs, run by NPS, preserve U.S. historic sites with drawings, photos, and histories, aiding culture and public access via HABS, HAER, and HALS. |
https://www.nps.gov/hdp |
$5,000 (initial HABS funding) |
| International Affairs Program |
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service International Affairs Program protects wildlife and habitats globally, conserving biodiversity via treaties and partnerships. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/international-affairs |
Congressional appropriations |
| Landscape Conservation Cooperatives |
The Landscape Conservation Cooperatives fostered partnerships to address landscape-scale conservation challenges like climate change and habitat loss. They aimed to integrate science and management across regions to sustain natural and cultural resources for future generations. |
https://lccnetwork.org/ |
$25 million |
| Migratory Bird Program |
The Migratory Bird Program protects, restores, and conserves migratory bird populations and their habitats across North America. It aims to ensure ecological sustainability while enhancing socioeconomic benefits through hunting, birdwatching, and conservation partnerships. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/migratory-birds |
Congressional appropriations |
| National Eagle Repository |
The National Eagle Repository receives, stores, and distributes bald and golden eagle remains to Native Americans for religious and cultural use. It aims to support tribal ceremonies while enforcing wildlife protection laws and aiding eagle conservation. |
https://www.fws.gov/national-eagle-repository |
Congressional appropriations |
| National Fish Hatchery System |
The National Fish Hatchery System raises and stocks fish to conserve aquatic species and support sustainable fisheries nationwide. It aims to recover threatened and endangered species, mitigate federal dam impacts, and fulfill tribal trust responsibilities. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/national-fish-hatchery-system |
$15,000 |
| National Park Service Conservation Initiatives |
NPS Conservation Initiatives, run by NPS under DOI, fund resource protection in parks like Yellowstone, boosting biodiversity and visitor experiences nationwide. |
https://www.nps.gov/conservation-initiatives |
$2 million |
| Nature’s Network Conservation Program |
The Nature’s Network Conservation Program identifies priority areas to conserve and connect habitats for fish and wildlife in the Northeast. It aims to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem resilience through science-based, collaborative planning. |
https://naturesnetwork.org/ |
Congressional appropriations |
| Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act Grants |
The Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act Grants fund projects to conserve neotropical migratory birds and their habitats across the Western Hemisphere. They aim to protect bird populations throughout their migratory life cycles via partnerships and matching funds. |
https://www.fws.gov/service/neotropical-migratory-bird-conservation-act-nmbca-grant |
$3 million |
| North American Wetlands Conservation Act Grants |
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act Grants fund projects to conserve wetland habitats for migratory birds across North America. They aim to protect, restore, and enhance ecosystems through public-private partnerships and matching funds. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/north-american-wetlands-conservation |
$17.5 million |
| Southeast Conservation Blueprint |
The Southeast Conservation Blueprint identifies priority areas for conserving ecosystems across the Southeast and Caribbean. It aims to enhance biodiversity, connectivity, and resilience through a science-based, collaborative spatial plan. |
https://secassoutheast.org/blueprint |
Congressional appropriations |
| Sport Fish Restoration Program |
The Sport Fish Restoration Program distributes excise taxes to states and territories to conserve sport fish populations and enhance recreational fishing opportunities. It aims to restore aquatic habitats, support fishery management, and improve public boating access. |
https://www.fws.gov/service/sport-fish-restoration |
$7 million |
| Tribal Colleges and Universities Program |
The Tribal Colleges and Universities Program supports tribal colleges to enhance Native American education and community development. It aims to fund academic quality, institutional stability, and cultural preservation for tribal students. |
https://www.bia.gov/service/tribal-colleges-and-universities |
$5 million |
| Wild to Mild |
Wild to Mild program, run by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service, funds efforts to shift wildlife to managed settings, aiding conservation and coexistence for species like wolves and bears nationwide. |
https://www.fws.gov/wild-to-mild |
$10 million |
| Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program |
The Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program distributes excise taxes to states and territories for fish and wildlife conservation and recreational opportunities. It aims to restore habitats, conserve species, and enhance public access for hunting, fishing, and boating. |
https://www.fws.gov/program/office-conservation-investment |
$5 million |