What is the current status of HR 3889?

HR 3889 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3889?

HR 3889 was sponsored by Kim Schrier (D), Rep.

Encouraging Controlled Burns Bill

IntroducedJune 10, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

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Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAir qualityCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightEmployee hiringEmployment and training programsEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental healthFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment studies and investigationsHazardous wastes and toxic substancesIntergovernmental relationsMinority employmentTemporary and part-time employmentVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationWomen's employment

Why This Matters

This bill encourages the use of controlled fires on federal land to manage forests better and support Indigenous burning practices. It aims to reduce wildfire risks and improve land health.

If you live near federal forests, this bill could lead to safer and healthier woodlands in your area.

Who this affects

Indigenous tribes · Indigenous communities

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill would promote the use of controlled fires on federal land.
2It emphasizes the importance of traditional burning practices by Indigenous tribes.
3The bill aims to improve forest management and reduce wildfire risks.
4It provides funding and support for prescribed fire programs.
5The bill requires annual reports on the effectiveness of these fire management practices.

Read the detailed summary

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2025This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to increase the number and size of prescribed fires conducted on federal lands. For 10 years, Interior and USDA must annually conduct prescribed fires on federal land so that the total acreage where prescribed fires are conducted is 10% greater than the previous fiscal year. Interior and USDA must establish a collaborative prescribed fire program to provide financial assistance to eligible entities to conduct prescribed fires in priority landscapes. Interior and USDA may enter into cooperative agreements or contracts with states, Indian tribes, counties, municipal governments, fire districts, nongovernmental organizations, or private entities to coordinate prescribed fires on federal land. Interior and USDA must expand employment opportunities for prescribed fire practitioners, including by expanding hazard pay, supporting underrepresented groups, and establishing additional training centers. To address the public health and safety risk of the expanded use of prescribed fire, the Environmental Protection Agency must coordinate with state, tribal, and local air quality agencies to support the environmental review of wildland fires.

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