HR 1747
Direct Hire To Fight Fires
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Bill overview
This bill, titled the Direct Hire To Fight Fires Act, aims to speed up the hiring process for wildland and structural firefighters and their support staff within the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior. It grants these departments direct hire authority, allowing them to bypass some standard hiring procedures and quickly fill critical positions. The legislation highlights the need for faster hiring to address shortages and the value of veterans in these roles.
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Primary sponsor
Darrell E. Issa
Cosponsors
Doug LaMalfa
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