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Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act

2/6/2026, 8:50 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6618

The Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, designated as H.R. 6618 in the 119th Congress and introduced on December 11, 2025, aims to enhance safety measures related to aerial responses to wildfires. The bill focuses on improving protocols and practices for aerial firefighting operations to ensure the safety of personnel involved and the effectiveness of the response to wildfires. Specific directives or actions proposed within the bill include potentially establishing new standards, guidelines, or training requirements for aerial firefighting activities.

Current Status of Bill HR 6618

Bill HR 6618 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 11, 2025. Bill HR 6618 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on December 11, 2025.  Bill HR 6618's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of January 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6618

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6618

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6618

To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a study on drone incursions on wildfire suppression, and for other purposes.
To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a study on drone incursions on wildfire suppression, and for other purposes.

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