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Refuge System Resiliency

Federal Agency: Department of the Interior
Bureau or Office: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

IRA Statutory Location: 60302

Program Description: To fund projects on National Wildlife Refuges and state wildlife
management areas that combat invasive species, restore and increase the resiliency of habitats,
and/or build resilient infrastructure, with a focus on nature-based solutions where possible.

Funding Amount: $125,000,000

Period of Availability: To remain available through September 30, 2026.

Funding Mechanism: Direct Federal Spending, Contracts

New or Existing Program: Existing

Eligible Recipients: Direct federal spending and individuals.

Tribal Eligibility: No

Eligible Uses: Rebuilding and restoring units of the National Wildlife Refuge System and state
wildlife management areas by (1) addressing the threat of invasive species; (2) increasing the
resiliency and capacity of habitats and infrastructure to withstand climate-induced weather
events; and (3) reducing the amount of damage caused by climate-induced weather events.

Cost Share Requirements: N/A

Formula Funding: No

SAM.gov Assistance Listing: TBD

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