arrow_back Back to App

Increased Federal Support for Wildfire Response and Recovery.

This act increases federal financial support for states and local governments in fighting wildfires and recovering from them, covering at least 75% of the costs. This means citizens can expect faster and more effective assistance in the event of wildfires, and local budgets will be less burdened. Additionally, the act allows for reimbursement of costs for early preparatory actions, enhancing safety and readiness for threats.
Key points
Increased federal share of wildfire management costs to at least 75%, easing the burden on state and local budgets.
Eligibility for reimbursement of pre-deployment costs for domestic assets, improving disaster preparedness.
Establishment of clear criteria for when the federal government can increase its cost share, providing greater predictability.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5652
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2025-09-30
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wildfire Recovery Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5652.

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 2025-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased federal share of wildfire management costs to at least 75%, easing the burden on state and local budgets.
  • Eligibility for reimbursement of pre-deployment costs for domestic assets, improving disaster preparedness.
  • Establishment of clear criteria for when the federal government can increase its cost share, providing greater predictability.
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 Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment Public Investments Local Government