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SB 2435

COMMUNITY FORESTRY ASSISTANCE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Karina Villa

Illinois bill creates Community Forestry Assistance program providing state funding and technical support to municipalities for urban tree planting and forest management initiatives.

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Bill Summary · SB 2435

Legislative bill overview

SB 2435 establishes a Community Forestry Assistance program in Illinois to provide financial and technical support to municipalities and community organizations for tree planting, maintenance, and urban forest management initiatives. The bill aims to expand green infrastructure in communities across the state while potentially creating environmental and public health benefits.

Why is this important

Urban forests provide documented benefits including stormwater management, air quality improvement, reduced urban heat island effects, and community aesthetic value. By formalizing state assistance for local forestry efforts, the bill could accelerate environmental improvements in underserved areas while distributing costs between state and local governments.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source unclear: The bill has been referred to Appropriations but no funding mechanism is specified in available information, raising questions about whether new revenue or budget reallocation is proposed
  • Implementation and oversight: Details about program administration, eligibility criteria, and accountability measures for fund usage are not evident from current filings
  • Local cost-sharing expectations: The extent to which municipalities must contribute matching funds versus receiving full state support could affect participation rates in economically disadvantaged areas

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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