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Improved Wildfire Forecasting and Detection: Protecting Lives and Property

This act aims to enhance wildfire forecasting and detection, leading to greater safety for citizens and their property. Better prediction of threats will enable emergency services to act faster, minimizing losses and protecting public health. Citizens will gain access to more precise information about fire risks, allowing them to better prepare for potential dangers.
Key points
Enhanced Fire Forecasting: Better tools to predict where and when wildfires might start and how quickly they will spread.
Early Detection: Development of technologies for rapid wildfire detection, including pre-ignition analysis, to enable quicker response.
Collaboration and Communication: Improved information sharing among federal, state, and local agencies, as well as with citizens, for more effective crisis management.
Drone Utilization: Research and deployment of drones for collecting fire weather data and monitoring at-risk areas.
Meteorologist Training: Increasing the number and improving the training of fire weather specialists to provide on-site support.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-04-29
88%
For 341
Against 48
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4866
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Mike [R-CA-27]
Process start date: 2023-07-25
Voting date: 2024-04-29
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 153
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fire Weather Development Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4866.

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 2023-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enhanced Fire Forecasting: Better tools to predict where and when wildfires might start and how quickly they will spread.
  • Early Detection: Development of technologies for rapid wildfire detection, including pre-ignition analysis, to enable quicker response.
  • Collaboration and Communication: Improved information sharing among federal, state, and local agencies, as well as with citizens, for more effective crisis management.
  • Drone Utilization: Research and deployment of drones for collecting fire weather data and monitoring at-risk areas.
  • Meteorologist Training: Increasing the number and improving the training of fire weather specialists to provide on-site support.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Garcia, Mike [R-CA-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

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

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