This bill reauthorizes and enhances the Cooperative Watershed Management Program, allocating $40,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support watershed restoration and protection efforts. It expands program eligibility to include Indian tribes and groups demonstrating significant need due to drought, wildfire, or other natural disaster , broadening the scope of communities that can receive assistance. The legislation significantly increases the financial support and duration for initial projects, raising first-phase grants to $150,000 each year for at least three years , with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years based on satisfactory performance. It also broadens the scope of technical assistance available for second-phase grants to include critical areas such as grant writing, project management, and engineering support . To improve program accessibility and transparency, the bill mandates continuous enrollment, allowing for regular funding opportunities and multiple application evaluations throughout the year. Additionally, reports to Congress on the program's activities must now be made publicly available.