To require the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities to utilize livestock grazing as a means of wildfire risk reduction.

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Explore the details of House Bill 7666 To require the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities to utilize livestock grazing as a means of wildfire risk reduction. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/16/2024, 8:36 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7666

Bill 118 hr 7666, also known as the Livestock Grazing Wildfire Risk Reduction Act, aims to address the issue of wildfires by utilizing livestock grazing as a means of reducing the risk of wildfires. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities for livestock grazing on federal lands in order to mitigate the threat of wildfires.

The strategy developed by the Secretary of Agriculture must include measures to promote the use of livestock grazing as a tool for reducing fuel loads and decreasing the likelihood of wildfires. This may involve partnerships with ranchers and other stakeholders to increase the presence of livestock on federal lands, as well as implementing grazing practices that are beneficial for wildfire risk reduction.

The bill recognizes the potential benefits of livestock grazing in reducing the spread of wildfires, as grazing can help to reduce the amount of dry vegetation that serves as fuel for fires. By increasing opportunities for livestock grazing on federal lands, the bill aims to create a more sustainable and effective approach to wildfire risk reduction. Overall, Bill 118 hr 7666 seeks to address the issue of wildfires by promoting the use of livestock grazing as a means of reducing the risk of wildfires on federal lands. The development of a strategy by the Secretary of Agriculture will help to increase opportunities for livestock grazing and improve wildfire risk reduction efforts.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7666

Bill HR 7666 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 13, 2024. Bill HR 7666 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 13, 2024. Bill HR 7666's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of November 19, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7666

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Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7666

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities to utilize livestock grazing as a means of wildfire risk reduction.To require the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities to utilize livestock grazing as a means of wildfire risk reduction.

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