To improve the ability of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to carry out forest management actives that reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires, and for other purposes.
1/8/2025, 1:40 PMSummary of Bill HR 168
Bill 119 hr 168, also known as the "Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2021," aims to enhance the capabilities of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior in conducting forest management activities that help mitigate the threat of devastating wildfires. The bill seeks to address the increasing risk of catastrophic wildfires by implementing measures to improve forest health and reduce the likelihood of large-scale fires.Specifically, the legislation includes provisions to streamline the process for conducting forest management activities, such as thinning and prescribed burns, on federal lands. It also calls for increased collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies to develop and implement forest management plans that prioritize wildfire prevention and mitigation.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to expedite the environmental review process for forest management projects, with the goal of reducing bureaucratic hurdles that can delay critical wildfire prevention efforts. The legislation also emphasizes the importance of utilizing science-based approaches to inform forest management decisions and ensure the long-term health and resilience of federal forests. Overall, Bill 119 hr 168 seeks to enhance the ability of federal agencies to proactively manage forests and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires, ultimately protecting communities, wildlife, and natural resources from the devastating impacts of uncontrolled fires.
Current Status of Bill HR 168
Bill HR 168 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 168 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 168's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 3, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 168
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To improve the ability of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to carry out forest management actives that reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires, and for other purposes.To improve the ability of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to carry out forest management actives that reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires, and for other purposes.Comments
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