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Federal Grants for Search and Rescue on Public Lands

This Act establishes a new grant program to fund remote search and rescue operations conducted on federal lands, including national parks and forests. It provides financial resources for local and state rescue teams to purchase and maintain specialized equipment and receive reimbursement for operational costs. This directly enhances safety for citizens visiting remote federal areas by ensuring better-equipped and faster emergency response capabilities.
Key points
Creation of federal grants (covering up to 75% of costs) for buying and maintaining specialized SAR equipment.
Funding priority is given to areas with a high ratio of visitors to residents, improving safety in popular tourist destinations.
Grants can reimburse states and local entities for costs already incurred during remote search and rescue missions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9165
Sponsor: Rep. Maloy, Celeste [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2024-07-25
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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_9165.

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 2024-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of federal grants (covering up to 75% of costs) for buying and maintaining specialized SAR equipment.
  • Funding priority is given to areas with a high ratio of visitors to residents, improving safety in popular tourist destinations.
  • Grants can reimburse states and local entities for costs already incurred during remote search and rescue missions.
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. Maloy, Celeste [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 2025-12-26.

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