Establishes the Urban Bird Treaty Program for voluntary conservation of birds and their habitats in urban areas.
The program aims to protect, restore, and enhance urban habitats for birds, reduce urban hazards, and engage communities in scientific monitoring and education.
The Director of the program will provide technical and financial assistance to support covered entities in conservation efforts.
A competitive grant program will be established to fund eligible entities for research, planning, management, and training related to urban bird conservation.
Eligible entities include federal, tribal, state, municipal agencies, non-governmental organizations, community groups, and academic institutions.
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will administer the grant program.
Authorizes $1,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2031, with adjustments for inflation starting in fiscal year 2026.
