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Wildfire Smoke Relief: Aid for At-Risk Individuals

This act aims to help individuals most vulnerable to harmful wildfire smoke by providing access to smoke protection equipment or temporary shelter. Assistance is available for low-income individuals, seniors, children, pregnant women, and those with respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses living in areas with unhealthy air quality due to wildfires.
Key points
The act provides assistance in the form of smoke-inhalation prevention equipment (e.g., air filters, masks) for individuals at risk of illness from wildfire smoke.
Individuals for whom equipment is insufficient may receive transitional shelter assistance.
Aid is available to specific groups, including low-income, elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with certain health conditions, living in areas with unhealthy air quality from wildfires.
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Print number: 117_HR_6190
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wildfire Smoke Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6190.

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 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act provides assistance in the form of smoke-inhalation prevention equipment (e.g., air filters, masks) for individuals at risk of illness from wildfire smoke.
  • Individuals for whom equipment is insufficient may receive transitional shelter assistance.
  • Aid is available to specific groups, including low-income, elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with certain health conditions, living in areas with unhealthy air quality from wildfires.
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. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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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