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House Passes Bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act to Enhance Forest Health and Reduce Wildfire Risks on 117 Million Acres

Sep 24, 2024, 08:26 PM

The House of Representatives has passed the Fix Our Forests Act, a bipartisan bill sponsored by Representatives Scott Peters and Bruce Westerman. The legislation aims to enhance forest health and resilience to wildfires by streamlining environmental studies and reducing frivolous litigation that delays forest management projects. The bill also seeks to maintain environmental protections while allowing forest managers to take necessary actions to protect public lands and communities from wildfire threats. Over 117 million acres of America's national forests are overgrown and poorly managed due to burdensome regulations. The passage of the Fix Our Forests Act is seen as a significant step towards reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfires, which contribute to pollution and climate change. The bill, supported by RepStefanik, RepRussFulcher, and the Western Fire Chiefs, now moves to the Senate for consideration.