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Prioritizing Local Jobs for Wildfire Prevention and Forest Restoration Contracts.

This bill requires the federal government to prioritize local businesses when hiring contractors for projects aimed at reducing wildfire risk on federal lands, such as thinning forests or creating fire breaks. This change is designed to ensure that federal funds for forest restoration directly support local economies and create jobs for residents living near the forests being managed. The goal is to enhance local capacity for essential forest health and safety projects.
Key points
Federal agencies must give preference to local contractors for wildfire prevention work (like clearing brush and dead trees) on national forests.
A contractor qualifies as 'local' if their main office is in the state or within 60 miles of the project area, and at least 26% of their workers reside in that state.
The goal is to increase local employment and capacity for essential forest health and safety projects, potentially leading to faster and more effective wildfire protection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3152
Sponsor: Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2025-11-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LEAF Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3152.

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:

  • Federal agencies must give preference to local contractors for wildfire prevention work (like clearing brush and dead trees) on national forests.
  • A contractor qualifies as 'local' if their main office is in the state or within 60 miles of the project area, and at least 26% of their workers reside in that state.
  • The goal is to increase local employment and capacity for essential forest health and safety projects, potentially leading to faster and more effective wildfire 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 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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