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Wildfire Resilience Grants: $1 Billion Annually for Community Protection and Home Hardening.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program authorizing $1 billion annually to help communities prepare for and mitigate wildfire risks. The funding supports local governments and fire departments in developing comprehensive resilience plans, improving evacuation routes, and financing projects to harden homes and critical infrastructure against fire damage. Citizens in high-risk areas will benefit from enhanced safety measures and improved emergency response capabilities.
Key points
Authorizes $1 billion annually (FY 2025-2029) for local grants focused on wildfire resilience, including improving early detection, alerts, and evacuation planning.
Provides grants up to $10 million for implementing protection projects, such as creating defensible space around homes (up to 100 feet radius) and hardening critical infrastructure.
Amends existing law to explicitly allow federal funding for 'structure hardening' projects, making homes and buildings more resistant to flames and embers, directly protecting private property.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3609
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2026-01-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3609.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $1 billion annually (FY 2025-2029) for local grants focused on wildfire resilience, including improving early detection, alerts, and evacuation planning.
  • Provides grants up to $10 million for implementing protection projects, such as creating defensible space around homes (up to 100 feet radius) and hardening critical infrastructure.
  • Amends existing law to explicitly allow federal funding for 'structure hardening' projects, making homes and buildings more resistant to flames and embers, directly protecting private property.
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. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

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 2026-01-24.

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