The "Save Our Sequoias Act" establishes a comprehensive framework to enhance the health and resiliency of giant sequoias across federal and state lands in California. Its primary goal is to protect these iconic trees from increasing threats posed by high-severity wildfires, insect infestations, and prolonged drought. The bill mandates a shared stewardship agreement between federal agencies, the State of California, and the Tule River Indian Tribe to coordinate long-term management and conservation efforts. A central component is the codification of the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition , which includes various land management agencies, the Tribe, and academic institutions. This Coalition is tasked with producing a detailed Giant Sequoia Health and Resiliency Assessment every six months, identifying at-risk groves, analyzing threats, and proposing priority protection projects. The assessment will be updated annually and made publicly available through a searchable online dashboard, which will also track project statuses and costs. The bill declares a 7-year emergency determination for covered lands, allowing for expedited implementation of Protection Projects . These projects, which include hazardous fuels reduction, tree removal, and chemical treatments, can proceed before initiating certain analyses and consultations required by the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Historic Preservation Act. A categorical exclusion is established for these projects, covering areas up to 2,000-3,000 acres, provided they are collaboratively developed or identified by the assessment. To support restoration, the Secretary of the Interior must develop a Giant Sequoia Reforestation and Rehabilitation Strategy , prioritizing groves in need of regeneration and addressing barriers like seedling shortages and workforce constraints. The bill also establishes Giant Sequoia Strike Teams within the Forest Service and Department of the Interior to assist with project implementation, including environmental reviews and site preparation. These teams can comprise federal employees, contractors, and volunteers. Further provisions include a grant program for eligible entities to advance giant sequoia health and resiliency, with a focus on developing markets for removed hazardous fuels and enhancing nursery capacity. The bill expands Good Neighbor Authority and Stewardship Contracting to include giant sequoia protection activities within national parks, allowing for revenue retention from timber sales to fund restoration. Additionally, a Giant Sequoia Emergency Protection Program and Fund is created through the National Park Foundation and National Forest Foundation to solicit philanthropic support, with at least 15% of funds dedicated to tribal management and conservation. The legislation authorizes significant appropriations, starting at $10 million in fiscal year 2026 and increasing to $40 million by fiscal years 2031-2032. At least 90% of these funds are earmarked for carrying out the emergency response Protection Projects and the collaborative restoration grants. This comprehensive approach aims to safeguard giant sequoias by fostering collaboration, streamlining critical interventions, and securing necessary resources for their long-term survival.