Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2025-01-14T17:11:28Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2151 Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023 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.

1/14/2025, 5:11 PM

Summary of Bill S 2151

Bill 118 s 2151, also known as the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023, aims to establish a research institute in Utah focused on studying and preventing wildfires. The bill proposes the creation of the Utah Wildfire Research Institute, which will be responsible for conducting research on wildfire behavior, prevention strategies, and the impact of wildfires on the environment and communities.

The institute will collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as academic institutions, to gather data and develop innovative solutions to mitigate the risk of wildfires in Utah. Additionally, the bill allocates funding for the institute to support research projects, educational programs, and outreach efforts to raise awareness about wildfire prevention and safety.

Overall, the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023 aims to enhance the state's ability to respond to wildfires effectively and protect the environment and communities from the devastating effects of these natural disasters.

Congressional Summary of S 2151

Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023

This bill requires the establishment of a Southwest Ecological Restoration Institute in Utah. Such institutes currently exist in Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado and promote the use of adaptive ecosystem management to reduce the risk of wildfires and restore the health of forest and woodland ecosystems.

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Current Status of Bill S 2151

Bill S 2151 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since December 18, 2024. Bill S 2151 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023. Bill S 2151's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2151

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2151

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Ecology

- Fires

- Forests, forestry, trees

- Higher education

- Research administration and funding

- Utah

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2151

Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2023

A bill to amend the Southwest Forest Health and Wildlife Prevention Act of 2004 to require the establishment of an additional Institute under that Act.

Comments

Morgan Pope

659

1 year ago

I dunno much bout this Utah Wildfire thing, but it sounds like a good idea. We need more research on wildfires to keep us safe. Hope this bill passes!