Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025

Bill 119 hr 1045, also known as the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the existing Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act of 2004. The main goal of this amendment is to require the establishment of an additional Institute under the Act.

The Institute that would be established under this amendment would focus on addressing issues related to forest health and wildfire prevention in the Southwest region of the United States. This region has been particularly vulnerable to wildfires in recent years, and there is a need for increased focus and resources to address these challenges.

The amendment would provide funding and support for research, education, and outreach efforts aimed at improving forest health and reducing the risk of wildfires in the Southwest region. This includes activities such as conducting studies on forest ecosystems, developing strategies for fire prevention and management, and providing training and resources to local communities. Overall, the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act Amendment seeks to enhance the existing efforts to protect and preserve the forests in the Southwest region, and to reduce the impact of wildfires on the environment and local communities. It is an important step towards addressing the ongoing challenges related to forest health and wildfire prevention in this region.