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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
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RESTORE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2612.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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