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Streamlining Forest and Public Land Management for Wildfire Protection

New regulations aim to speed up actions related to protecting forests and public lands from wildfires and restoring them. This means activities like weed removal, creating firebreaks, or planting will be implemented faster, without lengthy environmental assessments. This will enhance the safety of forest areas and surrounding communities.
Key points
Accelerated Wildfire Prevention: Allows for quicker removal of wildfire hazards on forest and public lands.
Simplified Procedures: Activities like weed removal or creating firebreaks will not require lengthy environmental assessments.
Environmental Protection: Enables faster restoration and improvement of forests and public lands, including wildlife habitats.
Limitations: New rules do not apply to protected areas like wilderness or areas where timber harvesting is prohibited.
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Print number: 117_HR_4573
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop CATASTROPHES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4573.

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 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accelerated Wildfire Prevention: Allows for quicker removal of wildfire hazards on forest and public lands.
  • Simplified Procedures: Activities like weed removal or creating firebreaks will not require lengthy environmental assessments.
  • Environmental Protection: Enables faster restoration and improvement of forests and public lands, including wildlife habitats.
  • Limitations: New rules do not apply to protected areas like wilderness or areas where timber harvesting is prohibited.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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