Climate Change Technical Assistance for Territories

Agency: Department of the Interior

 

Description:

To provide technical assistance for climate change planning, mitigation, adaptation, and resilience to American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the United States Virgin Islands.

Bill Section:

50241

New or Existing:

New

Potential Cost:     

$15,000,000

Timeline:     

FY22-26

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

In October 2022, DOI announced a $15 million funding opportunity for American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Applications were due June 14, 2023: Source

In May 2023, DOE announced $12 million in funding awards: Source

TCS Notes:

In addition to the $15 million appropriated for technical assistance, the section appropriates $900,000 for administrative expenses.