Maria Salazar (R-FL)
Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026
A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 10505 is a bill to reauthorize the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act of 1998. It was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Salazar, alongside Mr. Bera and Mr. Gimenez, on September 17, 2026. The bill was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Section 1 gives the short title of the bill as the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026. Section 2 amends Section 806(d) of the 1998 Act by adding new funding authorizations. Specifically, it authorizes $20,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2028, 2029, 2030, 2031, and 2032.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +6
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill provides $20,000,000 annually through 2032 to directly support global tropical forest and coral reef conservation initiatives.
- Scored +5
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill authorizes $20,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to reauthorize international tropical forest and coral reef conservation efforts.
- Scored +4
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
Reauthorizing funding for tropical forest conservation helps preserve natural carbon sinks that absorb greenhouse gases.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 adds $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2028, $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2029, $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2030, $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2031, and $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2032 to reauthorize the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act of 1998. This funding continues support for conservation efforts outlined in the original 1998 law.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill provides $20,000,000 annually through 2032 to directly support global tropical forest and coral reef conservation initiatives. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — Reauthorizing funding for tropical forest conservation helps preserve natural carbon sinks that absorb greenhouse gases.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill authorizes $20,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to reauthorize international tropical forest and coral reef conservation efforts. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Providing continued funding for international conservation cooperation strengthens diplomatic ties and collaborative partnerships with foreign nations.
- 9/17/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Ami BeraDemocrat · California
Carlos GimenezRepublican · Florida