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Top reason for opposition to 'Fix Our Forests Act' in Senate by June 30, 2025
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House Passes Bipartisan 'Fix Our Forests Act' 279-141 Amid California Wildfires
Jan 23, 2025, 09:03 PM
In response to the recent devastating wildfires in California, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan 'Fix Our Forests Act' with a vote of 279-141, aiming to address wildfire risk through improved forest management. Sponsored by Rep. Bruce Westerman and cosponsored by several representatives, the legislation seeks to restore forest health, increase resiliency to catastrophic wildfires, and protect communities. Lawmakers urged the Senate to quickly pass the bill to implement solutions for preventing future wildfires. Meanwhile, the Legislature in Sacramento voted down a proposal to fund fire prevention work, highlighting contrasting approaches to wildfire mitigation. Some representatives, such as Rep. Chellie Pingree, voted against the bill due to concerns over certain provisions.
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