Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2025; MONARCH Act of 2025
Summary
The Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2025 (MONARCH Act of 2025) aims to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies. It establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund and a grant program to support conservation projects. The Act also directs the Secretary of the Interior to work with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to implement the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to increased funding and coordinated efforts for monarch butterfly conservation. This includes habitat restoration, research, and community outreach. The Act also mandates regular reporting to Congress on the status of western monarch butterflies and the effectiveness of conservation efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Increased funding for monarch butterfly conservation projects.
- Enhanced habitat restoration and protection efforts.
- Improved collaboration among federal, state, tribal, and local stakeholders.
- Promotion of community outreach and education on monarch butterfly conservation.
- Potential positive impacts on other pollinator species and agricultural ecosystems.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limited funding may restrict the scope and impact of conservation efforts.
- Administrative expenses could reduce the amount of funding available for projects.
- Potential conflicts between conservation efforts and other land use practices.
- Dependence on the Secretary of the Interior's discretion in approving projects.
- The focus on the western monarch butterfly population may divert resources from other regions or species.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 1) of the U.S. Constitution, as it promotes the conservation of a species and its habitat, which can be argued to contribute to the overall well-being of the nation. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).