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Mandating Rapid Wildfire Suppression in High-Risk Federal Forests.

This bill requires the Forest Service to aggressively suppress wildfires in high-risk federal forest areas, aiming to extinguish them within 24 hours of detection. This measure is intended to better protect communities, property, and air quality near these lands. It also tightens rules regarding the use of prescribed burns and defensive backfires.
Key points
Federal agencies must extinguish wildfires in high-risk areas (severe drought or high exposure) within 24 hours of detection, using all available resources.
Strict limits are placed on using fire as a forest management tool and initiating defensive backfires during active wildfires.
Federal efforts must not interfere with local or state firefighting agencies operating in these areas.
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Print number: 118_HR_934
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out activities to suppress wildfires, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_934.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must extinguish wildfires in high-risk areas (severe drought or high exposure) within 24 hours of detection, using all available resources.
  • Strict limits are placed on using fire as a forest management tool and initiating defensive backfires during active wildfires.
  • Federal efforts must not interfere with local or state firefighting agencies operating in these areas.
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. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 118-924, Part I.

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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Environment Security Agriculture