Direct Fire Assistance for Tribal Governments
This act allows tribal governments to directly request federal financial aid and resources for fire management. This means tribes will no longer have to rely on state authorities to receive support, speeding up and simplifying their ability to protect their communities and property from fire impacts.
Key points
Tribal governments can now directly apply for federal funds and support for fire management.
Regulations will be updated to allow direct receipt of requests and provision of assistance to tribes.
Tribes will still be eligible for assistance through states if their direct request is not approved.
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