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Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024
6/14/2024, 11:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 3870
Bill 118 s 3870, also known as the Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and resources for Native American tribes to acquire slip-on tanks, which are portable water tanks that can be easily transported and used for firefighting purposes.
The bill outlines the importance of slip-on tanks for tribes, particularly in areas where access to water sources may be limited or where wildfires are a common occurrence. By providing tribes with these tanks, the bill aims to improve their ability to respond to and combat wildfires, ultimately helping to protect tribal lands and communities.
In addition to providing funding for slip-on tanks, the bill also includes provisions for training and technical assistance to ensure that tribes are able to effectively use and maintain the tanks. This support is intended to help tribes build capacity and enhance their firefighting capabilities. Overall, the Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024 seeks to address the unique needs of Native American tribes when it comes to firefighting and emergency response. By providing resources and support for slip-on tanks, the bill aims to empower tribes to better protect their lands and communities from the threat of wildfires.
The bill outlines the importance of slip-on tanks for tribes, particularly in areas where access to water sources may be limited or where wildfires are a common occurrence. By providing tribes with these tanks, the bill aims to improve their ability to respond to and combat wildfires, ultimately helping to protect tribal lands and communities.
In addition to providing funding for slip-on tanks, the bill also includes provisions for training and technical assistance to ensure that tribes are able to effectively use and maintain the tanks. This support is intended to help tribes build capacity and enhance their firefighting capabilities. Overall, the Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024 seeks to address the unique needs of Native American tribes when it comes to firefighting and emergency response. By providing resources and support for slip-on tanks, the bill aims to empower tribes to better protect their lands and communities from the threat of wildfires.
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Current Status of Bill S 3870
Bill S 3870 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2024. Bill S 3870 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 5, 2024. Bill S 3870's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held. as of June 12, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3870
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3870
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3870
Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024
Slip-on Tanks for Tribes Act of 2024
A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to expand eligibility for certain financial assistance for the acquisition of slip-on tanker units for wildland firefighting.
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