What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1943.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-06.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1943/BILLS-119hr1943ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 1943

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Increased Pay and Better Conditions for Wildland Firefighters

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Increased base pay for federal wildland firefighters, ranging from 1.5% to 42% depending on their grade. Introduction of incident response premium pay for each day of deployment to a qualifying incident outside their duty station or in a designated field camp. Provision of paid rest and recuperation leave following the completion of wildland firefighting deployments.

This act aims to improve working conditions and compensation for federal wildland firefighters. It introduces special base pay rates and incident response premium pay, as well as paid rest and recuperation leave after deployments. This will provide wildland firefighters with more stable and higher earnings, potentially encouraging more individuals to pursue this challenging and dangerous profession.

Key points

Increased base pay for federal wildland firefighters, ranging from 1.5% to 42% depending on their grade.

Introduction of incident response premium pay for each day of deployment to a qualifying incident outside their duty station or in a designated field camp.

Provision of paid rest and recuperation leave following the completion of wildland firefighting deployments.

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Status:

Introduced

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Additional Information

Wildland Firefighter Paycheck Protection Act of 2025

Print number: HR 1943

Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]

Process start date: 2025-03-06

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