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Improving Wildfire Response: New Science and Technology Advisory Board.

This Act establishes a permanent Wildfire Science and Technology Advisory Board to ensure that the latest scientific research is quickly translated into practical federal operational strategies. Citizens can expect improved wildfire prevention, more effective crisis management, and better protection of public health in fire-prone areas. The Board will also actively share best practices and resources with local communities and responders.
Key points
Creation of a permanent expert board tasked with turning wildfire research findings into concrete operational strategies.
Integration of public health, meteorological science, and predictive modeling experts into wildfire planning and operations.
Improved dissemination of information, best practices, and resources to emergency services and local stakeholders via online portals and workshops.
Authorization of $10 million in funding to accelerate the implementation of new technologies and coordination efforts.
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Additional Information
Wildfire Coordination Act
Print number: HR 9702
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2024-09-19