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Wildfire Recovery Act
3/9/2023, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1066
Bill 117 HR 1066, also known as the Wildfire Recovery Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at providing assistance and resources for communities affected by wildfires. The bill addresses the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires in the United States and seeks to support recovery efforts in the aftermath of these natural disasters.
The Wildfire Recovery Act includes provisions for funding to help communities rebuild and recover from wildfire damage, as well as resources for fire prevention and mitigation efforts. The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to wildfires and implementing strategies to reduce the risk of future wildfires.
Additionally, the Wildfire Recovery Act includes measures to support individuals and families who have been displaced or otherwise impacted by wildfires, such as providing assistance for temporary housing, food, and other essential needs. The bill also addresses the environmental impact of wildfires and includes provisions for restoring and protecting natural habitats affected by these disasters. Overall, the Wildfire Recovery Act aims to provide comprehensive support for communities affected by wildfires and to promote resilience and preparedness in the face of future wildfire events. The bill highlights the importance of proactive measures to address the growing threat of wildfires and to ensure the safety and well-being of all Americans.
The Wildfire Recovery Act includes provisions for funding to help communities rebuild and recover from wildfire damage, as well as resources for fire prevention and mitigation efforts. The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to wildfires and implementing strategies to reduce the risk of future wildfires.
Additionally, the Wildfire Recovery Act includes measures to support individuals and families who have been displaced or otherwise impacted by wildfires, such as providing assistance for temporary housing, food, and other essential needs. The bill also addresses the environmental impact of wildfires and includes provisions for restoring and protecting natural habitats affected by these disasters. Overall, the Wildfire Recovery Act aims to provide comprehensive support for communities affected by wildfires and to promote resilience and preparedness in the face of future wildfire events. The bill highlights the importance of proactive measures to address the growing threat of wildfires and to ensure the safety and well-being of all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HR 1066
Wildfire Recovery Act
This bill makes changes with respect to the federal cost share for Fire Management Assistance Grants and provides that the federal share shall be not less than 75% of the eligible cost.
Specifically, the bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to conduct and complete a rulemaking to provide criteria for the circumstances under which FEMA may recommend that the President increase the federal cost share. Such criteria shall include a threshold metric that assesses the financial impact to a state or local government from responding to a fire for which fire management assistance is being provided.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1066
Bill HR 1066 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 14, 2022. Bill HR 1066 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2021. Bill HR 1066's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of September 14, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1066
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
78Democrat Cosponsors
70Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1066
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Fires
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Natural disasters
- State and local finance
- State and local government operations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1066
Wildfire Recovery Act
Wildfire Recovery Act
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide flexibility with the cost share for fire management assistance, and for other purposes.
Wildfire Recovery Act
Wildfire Recovery Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1066
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