Increases Federal Funding for Fire Management
Official: Fire Suppression and Response Funding Assurance Act
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Why This Matters
This bill increases the federal government's share of funding for fire management assistance to at least 75% of eligible costs.
If you are involved in fire management, this bill ensures the federal government covers at least 75% of your eligible costs.
Affects: This bill affects state, local, and Tribal governments that manage fire response efforts.
What changes is this bill making?
1. The federal government will now cover at least 75% of eligible costs for fire management assistance. 2. This change applies to funding appropriated after the bill becomes law. 3. The Federal Emergency Management Agency will update its policies to allow reimbursement for predeploying resources. 4. The President can recommend increasing federal funding based on specific criteria set by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Who is affected?
This bill affects state, local, and Tribal governments that manage fire response efforts.