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Accelerating Wildfire Prevention and Forest Management on Federal Lands for Increased Safety.

This law aims to drastically accelerate wildfire prevention activities on federal lands, such as tree thinning and prescribed burning. For citizens, this potentially means increased safety near forested areas and faster removal of dangerous trees along roads and power lines. It also introduces greater transparency in reporting the costs and effectiveness of these actions.
Key points
Federal agencies must annually increase the acreage of forests treated for fire prevention (thinning, burning), aiming for 40% more than the 2019-2023 average.
Streamlining the removal of hazardous trees near power lines (increasing the buffer zone from 10 to 50 feet) and in developed recreation areas.
Establishment of a pilot program to test new technologies (e.g., AI, sensors) in partnership with private companies for better wildfire detection and mitigation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_140
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wildfire Prevention Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_140.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must annually increase the acreage of forests treated for fire prevention (thinning, burning), aiming for 40% more than the 2019-2023 average.
  • Streamlining the removal of hazardous trees near power lines (increasing the buffer zone from 10 to 50 feet) and in developed recreation areas.
  • Establishment of a pilot program to test new technologies (e.g., AI, sensors) in partnership with private companies for better wildfire detection and mitigation.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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