The bill amends Chapter 2-10 of the General Laws, titled "State Forests and Forestry Projects," by adding a new section, 2-10-14, which mandates the General Assembly to appropriate funds in the fiscal year 2026 budget for ten additional full-time equivalent (FTE) positions within the Department of Environmental Management. The purpose of these new positions is to enhance the department's focus and efforts on woodlands, forests, and forestry projects.

This act is designed to bolster the resources available to the Department of Environmental Management, thereby improving its capacity to manage and promote forestry initiatives. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, ensuring that the funding and positions can be implemented in a timely manner to support environmental management efforts.