IL HJR0026

Urges Illinois state agencies, local governments, and organizations to coordinate efforts to identify and correct deficiencies affecting the State's eligibility for federal climate change funding.

Calls for preparation to receive federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Inflation Reduction Act, and America the Beautiful Plan by ensuring adequate agency staffing and inter-agency coordination.

Emphasizes that many federal programs will require matching funds and statutory changes to enable full utilization of available federal dollars for conservation and climate resilience projects.

Highlights Illinois's opportunity to become a national model for land, water, and wildlife protection while addressing climate change, habitat restoration, and agricultural conservation practices.