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HR 5782 · 119th Congress

Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025

Introduced
2025-10-17
Sponsor
Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Cosponsors
0
Policy Area
Emergency Management

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What This Bill Does

The Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 aims to help communities in Western states prepare for and recover from wildfires. It would provide funding for things like removing dead trees, creating firebreaks, and improving early warning systems. The bill also includes money to help rebuild homes and businesses after a wildfire occurs. Its main goal is to reduce the risk of large, damaging wildfires and assist those affected by them.

Impact on Everyday Americans

This bill could directly benefit everyday Americans living in Western states by making their communities safer from wildfires, potentially protecting homes, jobs, and natural resources. For low-income families, seniors, or veterans, the support for rebuilding after a fire could be crucial, helping them recover without facing severe financial hardship. By reducing wildfire risks, it could also lead to fewer evacuations and better air quality for families with children and people with respiratory conditions. While it doesn't directly expand or cut existing public programs, it provides new federal funding for wildfire prevention and recovery efforts that would supplement current resources.

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