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Authorizing Federal Aid and Grants During Wildfire Smoke Emergencies.

This law authorizes the President to declare a "smoke emergency" when air quality significantly drops due to wildfire smoke. This declaration unlocks immediate federal assistance, including resources for establishing clean air shelters, providing air purifiers, and setting up additional air quality monitoring sites for affected communities. Furthermore, small businesses suffering significant revenue loss due to the smoke can receive special grants.
Key points
Allows the President to declare a smoke emergency, triggering federal aid (via FEMA) to states and local communities affected by poor air quality.
Assistance includes resources for smoke shelters, air purifiers, and establishing additional air quality monitoring sites.
Small businesses that lose significant revenue due to smoke in the emergency area become eligible for grants from the Small Business Administration (SBA).
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Additional Information
Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2023
Print number: S 2387
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2023-07-19