Environment (Forestry)

in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10061: Wildfire Response and Readiness Act

The Wildfire Response and Readiness Act establishes a national prescribed fire program that requires federal agencies to increase the acreage of controlled burns on public lands by 10 percent annually for a decade. It creates a ten-year national wildfire plan to coordinate landscape-scale forest restoration, reforestation, and watershed protection efforts across federal, state, tribal, and private boundaries. The bill also authorizes new funding for community resilience, including grants for home hardening, satellite monitoring technology, and a joint office dedicated to fire environment data and prediction. Additionally, it modernizes the firefighting workforce by establishing training academies, expanding civilian conservation centers, and providing liability protections for non-federal partners conducting prescribed fires.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates increased prescribed burns, forest restoration, reforestation, and watershed protection to enhance environmental resilience.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Natural Disasters Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5290: Emergency Mountain Pine Beetle Response and Coordination Act

The Emergency Mountain Pine Beetle Response and Coordination Act establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture to fund forest restoration projects on National Forest System lands affected by mountain pine beetle outbreaks. Eligible sponsors, including state and local governments, Indian Tribes, and public utilities, can receive funding for activities such as removing hazard trees, reducing wildfire fuels, reforestation, and watershed stabilization. The bill prioritizes grants for projects that protect municipal water supplies, critical infrastructure, and communities in the wildland-urban interface. Additionally, it authorizes cooperative agreements between federal agencies and local entities to facilitate coordinated monitoring, data sharing, and technical assistance for detecting and mitigating beetle infestations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill funds forest restoration, reforestation, and watershed stabilization on National Forest lands, directly advancing environmental conservation and natural resource protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10069: Military Readiness Through Resilient Lands Act

The Military Readiness Through Resilient Lands Act amends the Sikes Act to require the Department of Defense to develop standardized metrics for assessing natural resources on military installations, with a focus on mission readiness, climate resilience, and community safety. The bill mandates the use of advanced technologies, such as remote sensing and artificial intelligence, to collect data on biodiversity, water quality, wildfire risk, and other ecosystem services. Military leaders must use this data to set measurable goals for maintaining or improving environmental conditions and to regularly update their integrated natural resources management plans. Additionally, the Secretary of Defense is required to submit reports to Congress every five years detailing progress in implementing these metrics and how they streamline environmental permitting processes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill mandates the DoD to develop metrics for natural resources, biodiversity, water quality, and climate resilience, explicitly strengthening environmental assessment and conservation on military lands.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Water Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5293: PREPARE Act

The PREPARE Act directs the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior to establish a pilot program for prepositioning aerial wildfire suppression resources in Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, South Dakota, and Wyoming. This initiative specifically targets early-season fires involving fine fuels and must be implemented in consultation with state agreements and the Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center. The bill requires these actions to be carried out using existing funds available for wildland fire management, explicitly prohibiting any new appropriations for this purpose.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill funds wildfire suppression resources to protect natural lands and reduce fire damage, directly supporting environmental conservation efforts.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Natural Disasters

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2026

S 5145: Wildfire Air Quality Sensor Expansion Act of 2026

The Wildfire Air Quality Sensor Expansion Act of 2026 directs the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants and loans to help local air pollution control agencies purchase and operate portable air sensors in rural and remote areas. These low-cost devices are intended to measure smoke pollutants like PM2.5 and ozone in locations where traditional monitoring equipment is scarce, thereby improving the accuracy of air quality data for communities affected by wildfires. To ensure success, the bill also authorizes funding for technical assistance to help agencies install and maintain these sensors, while requiring that the data collected be shared with the EPA to update public air quality maps. The legislation authorizes $10 million annually through 2032 for grants and provides additional unspecified funding for loan programs and technical support, with a specific focus on expanding coverage to Indian tribes and areas lacking existing monitoring infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds air quality sensors to better monitor wildfire pollution, directly supporting environmental protection and data accuracy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Forestry

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5222: DRIVE Across America Act of 2026

The DRIVE Across America Act of 2026 establishes the Cleaner TRAILS Initiative to promote zero-emission vehicles and fueling infrastructure on National Forest and National Park lands. This program requires the Forest Service and National Park Service to develop a strategy for installing charging stations, purchasing electric vehicles for their fleets, and offering shuttle services that run on clean energy. The bill also directs the Department of Energy and the Department of Transportation to expand electric vehicle charging access near airports and tourist destinations, while authorizing $1 billion in federal funding between 2027 and 2031 to support these efforts. Additionally, the legislation mandates that agreements for transportation services on federal lands give priority to providers using zero-emission vehicles and requires regular reporting to Congress on progress and spending.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, clean energy infrastructure, and electric vehicle adoption in federal lands.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, clean energy shuttles, and electric fleet purchases to reduce pollution and advance environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, expands charging infrastructure, and funds clean energy shuttle services for National Forests and Parks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Forestry Parks & Recreation Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5106: Wildfire Insurance Affordability Act

The Wildfire Insurance Affordability Act establishes two main programs to help homeowners in high-risk areas reduce fire danger and lower insurance costs. First, it creates a grant program for states and local agencies to fund home hardening projects, such as upgrading roofs and installing fire-resistant materials, with funding distributed based on population, fire risk, and the needs of low-income or rural communities. Second, it launches a five-year pilot program that provides vouchers to low-income households in high-risk zones to help pay their wildfire insurance premiums, but only after they have completed specific safety improvements. The bill also ensures that money received from these new programs is not counted as taxable income for individuals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a grant program and pilot program to fund home hardening and provide insurance vouchers, directly increasing federal spending to support state budgets and fiscal management in high-risk areas.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds home hardening and fire-resistant materials to reduce wildfire risk, protecting natural resources and ecosystems from destruction.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds home hardening and insurance affordability for homeowners, directly supporting housing stability and access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9827: Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026

The Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026 updates the Clean Air Act to broaden the definition of renewable biomass eligible for carbon credits. It specifically allows materials from forest management, such as slash, storm debris, and wood residuals, to be counted as renewable fuel if they come from sustainably managed lands or public forests designated for fuel reduction. The bill also includes vegetation cleared from defensible space around buildings and from wildfire risk reduction projects in the wildland-urban interface. By clarifying these categories and establishing certification requirements, the legislation aims to increase the supply of biomass available for generating renewable energy credits.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands renewable biomass eligibility for carbon credits using sustainably managed forest materials, directly advancing renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands renewable biomass definitions to include wildfire reduction materials, promoting carbon credits and forest management to reduce emissions and protect natural resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Air Quality Forestry

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 14, 2026

S 4970: Wildfire Prevention and Recovery Act

The Wildfire Prevention and Recovery Act authorizes the Secretary of the Army to conduct periodic wildfire risk assessments for federally authorized dams and reservoirs in Arizona. These evaluations aim to identify threats to infrastructure functions like flood control and water supply, as well as potential dangers to nearby communities if a structure fails. The bill requires the Army to consider factors such as sediment buildup, debris flows, and existing data when planning mitigation strategies to improve preparedness and response capabilities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates wildfire risk assessments and mitigation for dams, protecting natural resources and reducing environmental hazards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 9999: Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act

The Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act authorizes the U.S. Forest Service to enter into cooperative agreements with state and local leaders to address mountain pine beetle infestations. These partnerships enable joint efforts for monitoring, data sharing, and processing beetle-killed trees to reduce wildfire risks. Additionally, the bill allows the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to provide technical assistance on detection and management strategies upon request. The law defines covered entities as state and local chief executives, as well as federally recognized Indian Tribes, ensuring broad collaboration across jurisdictions.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes forest health and wildfire risk reduction through beetle management, protecting natural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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