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Grants for Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience

This Act establishes a new federal grant program to help local communities prepare for and increase their resilience against wildfires. Citizens can expect improved safety through funding for early detection, evacuation plans, and hardening critical infrastructure and homes. The program emphasizes collaboration between local governments, first responders, and residents in developing comprehensive protection plans.
Key points
New Grant Program: Funds (up to $10 million per project) are available for states, Indian Tribes, and local governments to implement projects that enhance wildfire resilience.
Hardening Homes and Infrastructure: Grants can be used for projects aimed at making homes and critical infrastructure (e.g., water, communication) more resistant to flames and embers.
Local Protection Plans: Funding is available to develop or implement comprehensive community wildfire protection plans, created in coordination with residents, emergency services, and NGOs.
Defensible Space: The Act promotes projects creating 'defensible space' (vegetation removal) within a 100-foot radius around homes and facilities, increasing their chances of surviving a fire.
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Print number: 118_HR_9760
Sponsor: Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Process start date: 2024-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9760.

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 2024-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Grant Program: Funds (up to $10 million per project) are available for states, Indian Tribes, and local governments to implement projects that enhance wildfire resilience.
  • Hardening Homes and Infrastructure: Grants can be used for projects aimed at making homes and critical infrastructure (e.g., water, communication) more resistant to flames and embers.
  • Local Protection Plans: Funding is available to develop or implement comprehensive community wildfire protection plans, created in coordination with residents, emergency services, and NGOs.
  • Defensible Space: The Act promotes projects creating 'defensible space' (vegetation removal) within a 100-foot radius around homes and facilities, increasing their chances of surviving a fire.
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. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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