Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025

The Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 would extend a program that provides federal payments to states and counties containing federal lands. These payments, which help fund schools and community services in rural areas, would be extended through fiscal year 2026, with retroactive payments provided for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. If enacted, this bill would ensure continued federal support for rural communities that depend on these funds.

The bill would also extend the authority for counties and resource advisory committees to initiate projects using these federal funds through fiscal year 2028. This would allow local communities to continue planning and implementing projects that address their specific needs, such as infrastructure, education, and economic development. Currently, the bill is under consideration in the House Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture and has not yet been voted on by the full House.