First awarded in fiscal year (FY) 2001, Recovery Land Acquisition grants promote State and Federal cooperation in listed species conservation by leveraging funds to acquire specific parcels of land, through fee simple or conservation easement, in support of Service-approved recovery plans and outlines.
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ESA conveys the importance of recovery plans as a central organizing tool for guiding the recovery process by requiring their development for every listed species.
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Obtain Full Opportunity Text:RESTORE Act Direct Component – Construction and Real Property Acquisition Activities
Additional Information of Eligibility:Only State agencies that have entered into a Cooperative Agreement pursuant to Section 6(c) of the ESA and have provided the information necessary for the annual renewal (reconfirmation) of their Cooperative Agreement are eligible to apply for funding.
Applicants that have not fulfilled both criteria will not be considered.
While funding may only be awarded to States, individuals or groups such as counties or conservation organizations may work with a State agency that has a cooperative agreement on conservation efforts that are mutually beneficial, as a subgrantee.
Full Opportunity Web Address:https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-markets-financial-institutions-and-fiscal-service/restore-actContact: Agency Email Description: Kelly_Niland@fws.gov
Agency Email: Date Posted: 2024-09-27
Application Due Date: Archive Date: 2025-11-30