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Wildfire Response Improvement Act
12/24/2024, 12:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7070
The Wildfire Response Improvement Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7070, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the response to wildfires in the United States.
One key aspect of the Wildfire Response Improvement Act is the establishment of a National Wildfire Technology and Research Center. This center would be responsible for conducting research on wildfire prevention, detection, and response techniques. It would also work to develop new technologies to help firefighters better combat wildfires.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies during wildfire response efforts. This would help ensure that resources are deployed efficiently and effectively to combat wildfires. The Wildfire Response Improvement Act also aims to increase funding for wildfire response efforts, including funding for equipment, training, and personnel. This would help ensure that firefighters have the resources they need to effectively respond to wildfires. Overall, the Wildfire Response Improvement Act is focused on improving the response to wildfires in the United States through research, technology development, coordination, and increased funding. It is aimed at better equipping firefighters and agencies to combat wildfires and protect communities from the devastating effects of these natural disasters.
One key aspect of the Wildfire Response Improvement Act is the establishment of a National Wildfire Technology and Research Center. This center would be responsible for conducting research on wildfire prevention, detection, and response techniques. It would also work to develop new technologies to help firefighters better combat wildfires.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies during wildfire response efforts. This would help ensure that resources are deployed efficiently and effectively to combat wildfires. The Wildfire Response Improvement Act also aims to increase funding for wildfire response efforts, including funding for equipment, training, and personnel. This would help ensure that firefighters have the resources they need to effectively respond to wildfires. Overall, the Wildfire Response Improvement Act is focused on improving the response to wildfires in the United States through research, technology development, coordination, and increased funding. It is aimed at better equipping firefighters and agencies to combat wildfires and protect communities from the devastating effects of these natural disasters.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7070
Bill HR 7070 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2024. Bill HR 7070 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2024. Bill HR 7070's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 763. as of December 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7070
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7070
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7070
Wildfire Response Improvement Act
Wildfire Response Improvement Act
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to conduct a review of the criteria for evaluating the cost-effectiveness of certain mitigation projects, and for other purposes.
Comments

Paisley Byrne
432
11 months ago
I can't believe this bill passed, it's so sad. I hope this helps with the wildfires. How will this impact our communities in the long run?

Tripp Chang
470
11 months ago
I think it's good that this will help with wildfires. It could make a difference in the long run.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7070
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