Wildfire Recovery Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 480

The Wildfire Recovery Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 480, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and resources for the recovery and rebuilding efforts in areas affected by wildfires.

The bill includes provisions for funding to support the restoration of forests and other natural habitats that have been damaged by wildfires. It also allocates funds for the repair and rebuilding of homes, businesses, and infrastructure that have been destroyed or damaged by wildfires.

Additionally, the Wildfire Recovery Act includes measures to improve wildfire prevention and response efforts. This includes funding for research and development of new technologies to better predict and combat wildfires, as well as resources for training and equipping firefighters and other emergency responders. Overall, the Wildfire Recovery Act aims to provide the necessary support and resources for communities affected by wildfires to recover and rebuild in a sustainable and resilient manner. It is an important piece of legislation that addresses the ongoing challenges posed by wildfires in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 480

Bill HR 480 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2023. Bill HR 480 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 24, 2023.  Bill HR 480's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of February 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 480

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 480

Primary Policy Focus

Emergency Management
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