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Federal Disaster Aid for Severe Wildfire Smoke Events

This bill expands the definition of "major disaster" under federal law to include severe wildfire smoke. This change allows citizens and local governments to access federal disaster relief funds and resources through the Stafford Act when smoke poses a significant threat to health and safety. It ensures communities can receive assistance for emergency response and health protection measures related to air pollution from fires.
Key points
Wildfire smoke is officially added to the list of events qualifying as a "major disaster" under the Stafford Act.
Citizens affected by severe smoke will gain access to federal emergency and disaster assistance programs.
Local communities can receive financial support for protective and health-related actions due to air quality issues.
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Additional Information
Keeping Families Safe from Wildfire Smoke Act
Print number: HR 9150
Sponsor: Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9]
Process start date: 2024-07-25