Wildfire Coordination Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Wildfire Coordination Act establishes the Wildfire Science and Technology Advisory Board within the Department of the Interior. This board will coordinate wildfire research efforts across the federal government, prioritize research projects, and facilitate the application of research findings to operational wildfire management. It will also include a diverse group of non-federal members to ensure a broad range of perspectives are considered. The board is tasked with reporting on its activities and recommending future priorities to Congress.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Wildfire Science and Technology Advisory Board within the Department of the Interior.
- Directs the board to coordinate wildfire research across the federal government.
- Requires the board to prioritize wildfire research projects for operationalization.
- Mandates the board to disseminate wildfire research findings and best practices to stakeholders.
- Includes a diverse membership of federal and non-federal representatives from various sectors.
- Requires the board to submit a report to Congress detailing its activities and recommendations.
- Authorizes $10 million in funding for the board's operations.
- Allows the board to utilize additional funds as needed for its activities.
Who is affected
- Federal Government Agencies (specifically the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture, Commerce, and others)
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