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HR 1213119th CongressIntroduced
Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Agriculture & FoodEnvironment & ClimateTechnology & Innovation
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025 amends the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Research Act to overhaul national forest inventory systems by mandating comprehensive carbon data collection including below-ground stocks, integrating advanced remote sensing technologies like LiDAR and machine learning, and establishing standardized reporting protocols for forest resources across all ownership types while ensuring data confidentiality and public accessibility.
Key Points
- 1Requires mandatory inclusion of forest carbon metrics including soil carbon in national inventory analyses to support climate change mitigation and carbon accounting initiatives.
- 2Mandates strategic plan updates integrating remote sensing technologies and machine learning to improve sub-State level statistical precision for forest data collection.
- 3Establishes fee-based external data request systems and biennial national forest statistics compilations to enhance transparency and accessibility for public and private stakeholders.
Impact Areas
U.S. Forest Service and Department of Agriculture agenciesPrivate woodland owners and forest industry stakeholdersClimate researchers and carbon market participantsState forestry departments and conservation organizations
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