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Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3268

Bill 118 s 3268, also known as the Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of wildfires by allowing federal agencies to directly hire firefighters without going through the traditional lengthy hiring process.

The bill aims to streamline the hiring process for firefighters in order to quickly and efficiently respond to wildfires across the country. By allowing federal agencies to directly hire firefighters, the bill seeks to ensure that there are enough trained personnel available to combat wildfires and protect communities.

Additionally, the Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023 includes provisions to improve training and support for firefighters, as well as to enhance coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to wildfires. The bill also allocates funding for equipment and resources needed to effectively fight wildfires. Overall, the Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to address the growing threat of wildfires and ensure that the necessary resources and personnel are in place to protect communities and natural resources.

Current Status of Bill S 3268

Bill S 3268 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 9, 2023. Bill S 3268 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 9, 2023.  Bill S 3268's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of November 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3268

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3268

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3268

Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023
Direct Hire to Fight Fires Act of 2023
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide direct hire authority to appoint individuals to Federal wildland firefighting and firefighting support positions in the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes.

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