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Removing Small Trees from Fire Hazard Areas Without Fees

This act aims to facilitate the removal of small-diameter trees from federal lands prone to wildfires, potentially enhancing public safety and property protection. Citizens and businesses will be able to remove these trees without fees, reducing costs and accelerating preventive measures. The goal is to mitigate the risk of wildfire spread.
Key points
No fees for removing small-diameter trees from federal fire hazard areas.
Streamlined procedures for tree removal to facilitate wildfire prevention efforts.
Designation of free-use areas for small-diameter tree removal within the National Forest System.
Increased public safety and environmental protection from wildfires.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4835
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2022-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small-diameter Timber and Underutilized Material Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4835.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No fees for removing small-diameter trees from federal fire hazard areas.
  • Streamlined procedures for tree removal to facilitate wildfire prevention efforts.
  • Designation of free-use areas for small-diameter tree removal within the National Forest System.
  • Increased public safety and environmental protection 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 Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

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 2026-01-02.

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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