Prescribed Fire Act: Enhanced Wildfire Safety and Environmental Protection
This new act aims to expand the use of prescribed fires to reduce the risk of uncontrolled wildfires. This means safer communities, better environmental protection, and support for local communities and Indigenous tribes in land management. The act introduces new funding, training, and collaboration rules to prevent catastrophic fires more effectively.
Key points
Increased Prescribed Burning: The government will increase the acreage of land treated with prescribed fires by 10% annually to reduce the risk of large wildfires.
Support for Local Communities: Funding and technical assistance will be available for states, tribes, local governments, and non-profit organizations to conduct their own prescribed fire programs.
Improved Training and Employment: The act provides for better pay for prescribed fire personnel, the creation of dedicated task forces, and employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals and veterans in this field.
Streamlined Procedures: Changes will be made to environmental review and liability regulations to facilitate prescribed burning while ensuring air quality is protected.
Public Education: A national education program will be established to raise public awareness about the benefits of prescribed fire and wildfire safety.
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