American Forestry Act

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] American Forestry Act - States the findings of Congress that shortages of goods and services from forest now threatens the public health and welfare. Declares public policy on means of increasing timber supplies while improving the quality of the forest environment and in ecological relationships. Title I: Forestry Incentive for Non-Federal Lands - Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out a forestry incentive program for non-Federal lands, to allot program grants, to issue advisory guidelines for program actions, and to act on State-prepared program plans. Sets forth requirements for State-prepared forestry incentive program plans and for qualifications for eligibility of State agencies in the program. Authorizes forestry incentive payments for environmental and aesthetic benefits, for recreational use, for public access, and for wildlife habitat. Title II: Forestry Research, Education, and Technical Assistance - Allocates funds for forestry research, education, and technical assistance in the management and development of forest resources. Title III: Federal Forest Land Management - Establishes a Forest Land Management Fund in the Treasury of the United States to fund …