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Wildfire Emergency Act: Forest Restoration and Community Resilience

This act aims to enhance community resilience to wildfires by funding large-scale forest restoration projects, improving energy infrastructure, and training firefighters. Citizens can expect safer homes, better wildfire protection, and new job opportunities in the forestry sector.
Key points
Financial support for large-scale forest restoration projects to reduce wildfire risk.
Programs to improve critical infrastructure (e.g., hospitals) resilience to fires and power outages.
Funding for home retrofits to make them more resistant to fire and drought.
Development of training programs for firefighters and forest workers, creating new jobs.
Support for disadvantaged communities to participate in environmental stewardship activities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2806
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2021-09-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wildfire Emergency Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2806.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for large-scale forest restoration projects to reduce wildfire risk.
  • Programs to improve critical infrastructure (e.g., hospitals) resilience to fires and power outages.
  • Funding for home retrofits to make them more resistant to fire and drought.
  • Development of training programs for firefighters and forest workers, creating new jobs.
  • Support for disadvantaged communities to participate in environmental stewardship activities.
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 Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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