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Wildfire Smoke Relief: Equipment and Shelter for Affected Individuals

This act aims to provide assistance to individuals living in areas with unhealthy air quality due to wildfires. It includes support for purchasing smoke-inhalation prevention equipment and, if necessary, transitional sheltering for the most vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, children, pregnant women, or individuals with chronic illnesses.
Key points
Individuals in areas with unhealthy air quality for 3+ days due to wildfires may receive aid.
Assistance includes protective equipment like portable air filters, N95/P100 masks, and home sealing devices.
If equipment is insufficient, transitional shelter is provided for low-income individuals, families with children, pregnant women, seniors, and those with respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses.
Aid will be administered by government agencies, local authorities, and health organizations.
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Additional Information
Wildfire Smoke Relief Act
Print number: HR 481
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-24