The main purpose of the Growing and Restoring Operational Upland Species Ecosystems Act of 2026, also known as the GROUSE Act, is to create a program aimed at restoring habitats for upland wildlife. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance forest ecosystems, particularly those that have been damaged or altered due to logging or natural disasters. Key provisions of the GROUSE Act include the establishment of a habitat restoration program managed by the Secretary of Agriculture. This program will provide financial support to landowners who agree to restore eligible forest land.