Wildfire Homeowner Relief Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-04T05:08:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2428 Wildfire Homeowner Relief Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/4/2025, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2428

Bill 119 hr 2428, also known as the Federal Wildfire Buyout Study Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of catastrophic wildfires in high-risk areas. The bill mandates that the Comptroller General of the United States conduct a study on the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing a Federal buyout program for homeowners with properties in these high-risk wildfire disaster areas.

The study would assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a program, including its impact on homeowners, communities, and the overall cost to the Federal government. The goal of the study is to provide Congress with valuable information and recommendations on whether a Federal buyout program would be a viable solution to mitigating the risks and damages associated with catastrophic wildfires.

In addition to the study, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to wildfire prevention and response. This includes measures to improve coordination between Federal, state, and local agencies in wildfire management efforts, as well as strategies for enhancing community resilience and preparedness in high-risk areas. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2428 seeks to address the growing threat of catastrophic wildfires in high-risk areas by exploring the potential benefits of a Federal buyout program for homeowners. The study mandated by the bill will provide valuable insights and recommendations to Congress on how best to address this pressing issue.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2428

Bill HR 2428 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2428 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2428's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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 March 27, 2025

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To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study regarding a Federal buyout program available to homeowners with properties in high-risk catastrophic wildfire disaster areas, and for other purposes.To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study regarding a Federal buyout program available to homeowners with properties in high-risk catastrophic wildfire disaster areas, and for other purposes.

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