Joint Chiefs' Landscape Restoration Partnership

Joint Chiefs' Landscape Restoration Partnership Type: Program Sponsor organization: partnership Creation Legislation: Joint Chiefs Landscape Restoration Partnership Act of 2021 Website: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/initiatives/jclrp/

Mission The JCLRP seeks to improve forest health and resilience across public and private lands by reducing wildfire risks, enhancing water quality, and improving wildlife habitats through collaborative efforts between the Forest Service and NRCS.

The Joint Chiefs' Landscape Restoration Partnership (JCLRP) is a cooperative program between the U.S. Forest Service and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) aimed at landscape-scale restoration to address critical forest health issues. It focuses on areas where public and private lands intersect.

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Goals

• Reduce the risk of wildfires in high-risk areas.
• Protect water quality and supply.
• Enhance wildlife habitat for at-risk species.
• Metrics for success include acres treated, reduction in wildfire risk, and improvements in habitat quality.

Organization

JCLRP is jointly managed by the Forest Service and NRCS, part of the USDA. It involves partnerships with state and local governments, tribes, NGOs, and private landowners. Funding is sourced from both agencies, with projects proposed and selected annually.

Impact and Outcomes

- Since 2014, over 423 million dollars have been invested, treating extensive areas of forest land. - Significant reductions in wildfire risks and improvements in water quality have been reported, though quantifying broader ecological benefits remains challenging. - Challenges include coordination among diverse stakeholders, ensuring long-term project viability, and adapting to climate change impacts.

Sponsors

• Federal Agency: United States Department of Agriculture
• Sponsoring Offices:

 * United States Forest Service
 * Natural Resources Conservation Service

Background and History

JCLRP's roots trace back to cooperative efforts between the Forest Service and NRCS, officially formalized through the Joint Chiefs Landscape Restoration Partnership Act of 2021. It evolved from earlier collaborative initiatives aimed at landscape resilience, with its scope expanded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for broader impact.

Funding

Funding for JCLRP has been significant, with investments totaling over $423 million since 2014. Annual funding varies based on USDA budget allocations, with no specific end date for the program, indicating a long-term commitment to forest restoration.

Implementation

JCLRP operates through annual project proposals where local NRCS and Forest Service offices collaborate with partners to address specific landscape issues. Projects typically run for three years, focusing on cross-boundary conservation practices.

Leadership

The program is co-led by the Chiefs of the Forest Service and NRCS, with operational leadership at regional and state levels.

See Also

• United States Forest Service
• Natural Resources Conservation Service
• Wildfire Management in the United States

External Links

• https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/initiatives/jclrp/
• No additional official links found at this time.

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