A resolution commemorating the 70th anniversary of the United States Forest Service Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.

Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (IPIF) is honored for 70 years of research supporting Hawaii and U.S.-affiliated Pacific islands. Based on Hawaii Island and authorized as an institute in 1990, IPIF provides scientific data and technical assistance for tropical forest and watershed restoration. It develops wildfire mapping and mitigation tools, leads invasive species biocontrol research including work on Rapid Ohia Death and invasive strawberry guava, partners with local communities and universities, and supports conservation, rural jobs, and climate resilience. The Senate resolution reaffirms strong support for IPIF and its staff.