An Act investing in natural and working lands

This bill establishes definitions for "Nature Services" (including clean air, water, recreation, and carbon storage) and "Reforestation," and amends land protection laws to prioritize "natural and working lands." It creates a voluntary municipal program requiring communities to adopt specific land protections - like zoning ordinances for conservation, tree canopy rules, and agricultural planning - to qualify as "natural and working lands friendly communities." State agencies must avoid converting protected lands, prioritize conservation in projects, and coordinate with the environmental office. The program aims to protect land for climate resilience, biodiversity, and equitable access to nature benefits, particularly in environmental justice communities, using state, federal, and private funds.