Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2025

This bill would direct the Secretary of the Interior to formally establish the Urban Bird Treaty Program as a dedicated federal grant program focused on bird conservation in cities and towns. If enacted, the program would receive $1 million in annual funding from fiscal year 2026 through 2031. The bill would support voluntary conservation projects that protect, restore, and enhance bird habitats in urban areas, including efforts to control invasive species, restore native plants, reduce hazards like building collisions, and engage communities in bird monitoring and education. Eligible recipients would include cities, community organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and civic associations. The bill is currently under consideration in the House Natural Resources Committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House.