S. 1615 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to establish a voluntary grant and technical assistance program focused on restoring wetland habitats for migratory birds, including waterfowl and shorebirds, in the Pacific Northwest region covering Oregon and Washington coastal zones and the Columbia River Basin. The program will provide competitive grants to eligible entities—including government agencies, Tribal organizations, nonprofits, conservation districts, and private landowners—to fund water management projects and vegetation enhancement on public, private, or Tribal lands. Grant recipients must secure a non-federal match of at least 25 percent and complete projects within four years, with funds available for planning, permitting, and installation but not for ongoing maintenance. The bill authorizes $10 million annually from fiscal year 2026 through 2030, with no more than 3 percent used for administrative costs, and requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to Congress on program implementation and funded projects.
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