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Support for Public Land Search and Rescue Operations

This new law aims to enhance the safety of individuals on public lands, such as national parks and forests. It establishes a grant program to assist local search and rescue teams in acquiring equipment and covering operational costs for remote rescue missions. This will lead to faster and more effective aid for lost or injured individuals.
Key points
Creation of a grant program for search and rescue activities on public lands.
Funds available for equipment purchase, maintenance, and reimbursement of operational costs for rescue services.
Prioritization of areas with high visitor-to-resident ratios to improve visitor safety.
The federal government will cover 75% of eligible search and rescue project costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_439
Sponsor: Rep. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Land Search and Rescue Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_439.

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 2023-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a grant program for search and rescue activities on public lands.
  • Funds available for equipment purchase, maintenance, and reimbursement of operational costs for rescue services.
  • Prioritization of areas with high visitor-to-resident ratios to improve visitor safety.
  • The federal government will cover 75% of eligible search and rescue project costs.
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. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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