Thursday, July 9, 2009

Senate Appropriations Committee Approves Smaller Increase for State Wildlife Grants for FY10

The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a $5 million dollar increase for the State and Tribal Wildlife Grants Program in FY10. The full House previously approved a $40 million dollar increase and a reduction in state match requirement from 50:50 to 75:25.

Since it’s unlikely an increase would be agreed to on the Senate floor, we will be working with members of a conference committee to secure funding in final legislation that reflects the president’s and House of Representatives request and for a reduction in state match.