Hawaii Native Species Conservation and Recovery Act of 2023

The Hawaii Native Species Conservation and Recovery Act of 2023 establishes a federal grant program to fund conservation projects for native plants and animals in Hawaii. It directly supports eligible entities - including state/local governments, Native Hawaiian organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and universities - to address threats like invasive species, climate change impacts, and habitat loss through science-based projects. The program requires the Secretary of the Interior to set annual funding priorities with federal and state agency input, covers up to 75% of project costs (with exceptions for Native Hawaiian organizations and small grants), and mandates consultation with Native Hawaiian communities on relevant projects. Annual reports to Congress will detail funded projects and their progress, with $30 million authorized annually for the program.