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Easier Hiring for Federal Wildland Firefighters and Support Staff

New rules aim to speed up and simplify the hiring process for federal wildland firefighters and support personnel. This means citizens can expect faster responses to wildfires and better protection of natural areas. The act also increases transparency in recruitment, allowing for better monitoring of staffing needs.
Key points
Streamlined Hiring: Federal agencies can now hire qualified wildland firefighters and support staff more quickly by bypassing some standard recruitment procedures.
Increased Transparency: Annual reports will be published detailing the number of firefighters hired, planned recruitments, and hiring barriers, allowing citizens to track progress.
Better Fire Protection: Faster staffing aims to improve the effectiveness of fighting wildfires, leading to greater safety and environmental protection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_435
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2025-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Direct Hire To Fight Fires

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_435.

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 2025-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Streamlined Hiring: Federal agencies can now hire qualified wildland firefighters and support staff more quickly by bypassing some standard recruitment procedures.
  • Increased Transparency: Annual reports will be published detailing the number of firefighters hired, planned recruitments, and hiring barriers, allowing citizens to track progress.
  • Better Fire Protection: Faster staffing aims to improve the effectiveness of fighting wildfires, leading to greater safety and environmental protection.
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. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-432, Part I.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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