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Veteran Wildland Firefighter Employment Program

This act establishes a pilot program to help veterans find employment in wildland firefighting activities. It aims to reduce veteran unemployment and provide them with stable jobs, while also strengthening the nation's capacity to combat wildfires.
Key points
Veterans will have opportunities for employment in federal wildland firefighting roles within the Departments of Agriculture and the Interior.
The program seeks to lower veteran unemployment rates and facilitate their transition to civilian life.
Veterans employed under this program will be treated as federal employees, ensuring job stability and benefits.
The act mandates data collection and reporting to assess the program's effectiveness and inform future improvements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3560
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2025-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Wildland Firefighter Employment Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3560.

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 2025-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will have opportunities for employment in federal wildland firefighting roles within the Departments of Agriculture and the Interior.
  • The program seeks to lower veteran unemployment rates and facilitate their transition to civilian life.
  • Veterans employed under this program will be treated as federal employees, ensuring job stability and benefits.
  • The act mandates data collection and reporting to assess the program's effectiveness and inform future improvements.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

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

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

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

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