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Aid for Wildfire Victims Caused by Government Actions

This act aims to provide full funding for individuals and communities affected by wildfires that resulted from federal land management activities. This means victims of such fires will not have to contribute their own money to recovery and damage repair programs, making it easier for them to return to normalcy.
Key points
Victims of wildfires caused by government actions will receive 100% funding for damage remediation.
No matching funds (cost-share) will be required from affected parties for recovery programs.
The act applies to fires on lands managed by the Department of Agriculture, including National Forest System land.
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Print number: 118_HR_4920
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Responsible Wildland Fire Recovery Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4920.

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 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Victims of wildfires caused by government actions will receive 100% funding for damage remediation.
  • No matching funds (cost-share) will be required from affected parties for recovery programs.
  • The act applies to fires on lands managed by the Department of Agriculture, including National Forest System land.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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Environment Public Investments Agriculture