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Full Federal Funding for Wildfire Recovery Caused by Government Actions

This Act ensures that if a wildland fire results from management activities conducted by the Department of Agriculture on federal land, affected parties will receive 100% funding for recovery costs. This means states, Indian Tribes, localities, and individuals will not be required to provide matching funds for authorized federal recovery programs, significantly easing their financial burden after a disaster.
Key points
The federal government will cover 100% of remediation costs for wildland fires caused by the Department of Agriculture's management activities.
Waiver of the matching funds requirement for states, tribes, localities, and individuals participating in federal recovery projects.
The funding covers both direct and indirect damages, including watershed impairment, resulting from fires on National Forest System land.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3149
Sponsor: Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2025-11-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Responsible Wildland Fire Recovery Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3149.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government will cover 100% of remediation costs for wildland fires caused by the Department of Agriculture's management activities.
  • Waiver of the matching funds requirement for states, tribes, localities, and individuals participating in federal recovery projects.
  • The funding covers both direct and indirect damages, including watershed impairment, resulting from fires on National Forest System land.
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. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM].

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 2025-12-23.

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