# Summary
The North American Grasslands Conservation Act of 2024 creates a new federal initiative to conserve and restore grasslands across North America through a combination of councils, grants, and research programs. The legislation establishes a North American Grasslands Conservation Council composed of representatives from federal agencies, state fish and wildlife departments, Indian Tribes, conservation organizations, and agricultural groups to develop a comprehensive conservation strategy and oversee grant awards. The bill authorizes a competitive grant program managed by the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission that will provide funding to eligible entities—including ranchers, farmers, nonprofits, and Tribes—to support voluntary grassland conservation and restoration projects. Funding begins at $60 million in fiscal year 2025 and increases to $90 million by 2029, with at least 10 percent reserved for Indian Tribes and 10 percent available for projects in Mexico and Canada. The legislation also directs the federal government to conduct research on native seed production systems and study how regenerative grazing can help mitigate climate change effects on federal lands. All participation in the program is voluntary, and the bill explicitly protects private property rights and existing state wildlife management authority.
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