The YOUNG Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Commerce to create a grant program funding youth biodiversity monitoring projects that teach students about wildlife science and ecosystems using advanced technologies like drones, environmental DNA analysis, and remote sensing. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, schools, colleges, and state or tribal governments, with priority given to organizations serving underserved communities. Grant funds can cover supplies, transportation, outreach, scientific permits, and other project-related expenses. The bill authorizes $1 million per year from 2026 through 2032 for the program, and requires the Secretary to report to Congress within two years on which entities received grants, how much they received, and how many students participated in the monitoring projects.
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