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Forest Protection and Rural Development: Wildfire Prevention and Economic Support

This act aims to protect forests from wildfires and support rural economies. It allows for activities like removing dead trees and creating firebreaks, which reduces the risk of large fires and protects communities and infrastructure. These actions can be carried out on federal lands and adjacent non-federal lands, with some protected areas excluded.
Key points
Reduced Wildfire Risk: Enables removal of flammable materials, thinning trees, and controlled burns to protect homes and water resources from fire.
Support for Rural Areas: Forest projects aim to develop local economies through forest management activities.
Expedited Action: Approval processes for forest projects are streamlined to accelerate protective measures.
Environmental Protection: Actions must consider the best available scientific information to maintain or restore the ecological integrity of forests.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2612
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
Process start date: 2021-04-16