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Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023
12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6012
Bill 118 hr 6012, also known as the Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023, aims to improve the safety of electrical corridors in order to prevent fires and other electrical hazards. The bill focuses on ensuring that electrical corridors are designed and maintained in a way that minimizes the risk of fires spreading through them.
Specifically, the bill requires that all electrical corridors be constructed with fire-resistant materials and that regular inspections be conducted to ensure that they are in compliance with safety standards. Additionally, the bill mandates that all electrical equipment within the corridors be properly maintained and that any potential fire hazards be addressed promptly.
The Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023 also includes provisions for training and certification programs for individuals responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining electrical corridors. These programs are intended to ensure that those working in the industry have the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent fires and other electrical hazards. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 6012 is to enhance the safety of electrical corridors and reduce the risk of fires and other electrical incidents. By implementing stricter safety standards and training requirements, the bill aims to protect both individuals working in the industry and the general public from the dangers associated with faulty electrical systems.
Specifically, the bill requires that all electrical corridors be constructed with fire-resistant materials and that regular inspections be conducted to ensure that they are in compliance with safety standards. Additionally, the bill mandates that all electrical equipment within the corridors be properly maintained and that any potential fire hazards be addressed promptly.
The Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023 also includes provisions for training and certification programs for individuals responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining electrical corridors. These programs are intended to ensure that those working in the industry have the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent fires and other electrical hazards. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 6012 is to enhance the safety of electrical corridors and reduce the risk of fires and other electrical incidents. By implementing stricter safety standards and training requirements, the bill aims to protect both individuals working in the industry and the general public from the dangers associated with faulty electrical systems.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6012
Bill HR 6012 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since October 25, 2023. Bill HR 6012 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 20, 2023. Bill HR 6012's most recent activity was Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 118-915, Part I. as of December 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6012
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6012
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Fires
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Licensing and registrations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6012
Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023
Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2023
To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to permit removal of trees around electrical lines on National Forest System land without conducting a timber sale, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6012
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