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Forest Management Act: Boosting Wildfire Prevention and Supporting Firefighters

This Act establishes targets for mechanical thinning and prescribed burning on federal lands, aiming to increase these activities in future years based on 2019-2023 averages. It also introduces changes for federal wildland firefighters regarding government housing rent and service continuity for retirement purposes. For citizens, the Act provides streamlined procedures for removing hazardous trees near roads and infrastructure.
Key points
Fuel Reduction Targets: Federal agencies must set annual goals for thinning and burning, which for 2027-2028 must be 20% higher, and from 2029 onwards 40% higher, than the 2019-2023 average.
Firefighter Support: The Act introduces rent caps for government housing for firefighters and allows past service to count towards retirement despite breaks in employment.
Hazard Removal: A categorical exclusion is established for removing high-priority hazard trees near roads, trails, and recreation sites.
Grazing for Prevention: The Secretary is to develop a strategy analyzing opportunities to use livestock grazing to reduce wildfire risk.
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Print number: 118_S_2867
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2023-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Promoting Effective Forest Management Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2867.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Fuel Reduction Targets: Federal agencies must set annual goals for thinning and burning, which for 2027-2028 must be 20% higher, and from 2029 onwards 40% higher, than the 2019-2023 average.
  • Firefighter Support: The Act introduces rent caps for government housing for firefighters and allows past service to count towards retirement despite breaks in employment.
  • Hazard Removal: A categorical exclusion is established for removing high-priority hazard trees near roads, trails, and recreation sites.
  • Grazing for Prevention: The Secretary is to develop a strategy analyzing opportunities to use livestock grazing to reduce wildfire risk.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 592.

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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