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Wildfire Prevention: New Pilot Program for Forest Management

This act establishes a pilot program to prevent catastrophic wildfires on federal lands west of the 100th meridian. The program will use historical forest density data to guide prevention efforts, potentially impacting safety and the environment in these regions.
Key points
Establishment of a pilot program to combat wildfires in the Western US.
Utilization of historical forest density data to plan prevention activities.
Prioritization of high-risk areas, including those near communities and important ecosystems.
Funding for the program will come from existing wildfire fuel reduction funds.
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Print number: 117_S_4945
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2022-09-22