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Faster Forest Restoration: Reducing Wildfire and Disease Risks.

This law aims to speed up forest management projects, such as removing hazardous fuels and treating insect infestations, in high-risk areas. It achieves this by accelerating the environmental review process before projects can begin, potentially offering quicker protection to communities from catastrophic wildfires. Additionally, states gain more flexibility in using revenue from timber sales to fund further forest restoration work.
Key points
Expedited Forest Projects: The Forest Service must accelerate the approval of projects reducing fire and disease risks by using faster environmental review procedures (categorical exclusions) in certain areas.
Safety Priority: In designated treatment areas, reducing the risks of insect infestation and wildfire must be prioritized over other forest planning objectives.
Increased State Financial Flexibility: States can retain and use revenue generated from timber sales during restoration work to fund other forest health projects under 'Good Neighbor Agreements'.
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Print number: 118_S_808
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expediting Forest Restoration and Recovery Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_808.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expedited Forest Projects: The Forest Service must accelerate the approval of projects reducing fire and disease risks by using faster environmental review procedures (categorical exclusions) in certain areas.
  • Safety Priority: In designated treatment areas, reducing the risks of insect infestation and wildfire must be prioritized over other forest planning objectives.
  • Increased State Financial Flexibility: States can retain and use revenue generated from timber sales during restoration work to fund other forest health projects under 'Good Neighbor Agreements'.
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. Thune, John [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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