S. 350: Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025
The Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025 aims to address the increasing threat of wildfires through a comprehensive approach that involves forest restoration, community preparedness, and workforce development.
Forest Restoration and Community Resilience
The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to implement extensive forest restoration projects. These projects are designed to:
- Improve the ecological health of forested areas.
- Enhance the resilience of communities against wildfires.
- Fund research and training initiatives that focus on risks associated with wildfires.
Vegetation Management
It includes specific measures for managing vegetation around utility infrastructure. This is intended to reduce the risk of wildfires igniting due to nearby vegetation, which can impact power lines and other utilities.
Community and Workforce Development
The bill seeks to establish a grant program designed to bolster community capacity for land stewardship, paying special attention to disadvantaged communities. This includes:
- Fostering ecological integrity and restoration.
- Providing leadership training for workers involved in wildfire prevention and land management.
- Incorporating integrated learning about wildfires and land management in schools.
Funding and Resources
Funding is allocated to support these initiatives, with an emphasis on community engagement and empowerment, particularly among those communities that have historically been less represented in land management discussions.
Goals of the Legislation
The overarching goals of the Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025 are to:
- Mitigate wildfire risks through proactive forest and land management.
- Enhance community preparedness and resilience.
- Promote ecological restoration efforts in collaboration with local communities.
Relevant Companies
- PCG (Pacific Gas and Electric) - As a utility company, PCG could be directly impacted by vegetation management provisions, potentially reducing wildfire risks associated with their infrastructure.
- DUK (Duke Energy) - Similar to PCG, Duke Energy may also face changes in regulations regarding vegetation near their utility lines, affecting their operational practices.
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Sponsors
3 bill sponsors
Actions
4 actions
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent. |
| Jan. 30, 2025 | Introduced in Senate |
| Jan. 30, 2025 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
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