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 or the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 435

Bill 119 hr 435, also known as the Direct Hire Authority for Wildland Firefighters Act, aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code to allow for direct hire authority for individuals seeking Federal wildland firefighting and firefighting support positions within the Forest Service or the Department of the Interior. This means that these agencies will have the ability to appoint individuals directly to these critical positions without having to go through the traditional competitive hiring process.

The purpose of this bill is to streamline the hiring process for wildland firefighters and support personnel, allowing for quicker and more efficient recruitment of qualified individuals to combat wildfires and provide essential support services. By providing direct hire authority, the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior will be better equipped to respond to wildfires and other emergencies in a timely manner.

Overall, the Direct Hire Authority for Wildland Firefighters Act seeks to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of Federal wildland firefighting efforts by ensuring that these agencies have the necessary personnel in place to respond to emergencies quickly and effectively. This bill is an important step towards enhancing the capabilities of our nation's firefighting agencies and protecting our public lands and communities from the devastating impacts of wildfires.

Current Status of Bill HR 435

Bill HR 435 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 435 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 435's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Agriculture, 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 15, 2025

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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 or the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes.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 or the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes.

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