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US HB6154
Bill
Status
11/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dave Min
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AI Summary
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Establishes at least 8 regional wildland fire research centers at universities across 8 U.S. regions (Alaska, California, Pacific Northwest, Pacific Islands, Plains/Northeast, Rockies, Southeast, Southwest), with a pilot program of 2 centers launched first
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Creates the National Center Coordination Board, co-chaired by the Forest Service Chief and an Administrator, to set research priorities, coordinate data sharing, and prevent duplication across centers and federal agencies
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Requires each regional center to develop fire prediction models, smoke impact forecasting, post-fire risk assessment tools, firefighter safety technologies, and career pathway training programs
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Establishes Regional Advisory Boards at each center composed of federal/state agency representatives, tribal members, and stakeholders to guide research goals and disseminate findings to land management agencies
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Authorizes $60-64 million annually for regional centers and $1 million annually for the Board from fiscal years 2026-2030, with flexibility to adjust funding between centers based on regional needs
Legislative Description
Regional Leadership in Wildland Fire Research Act of 2025
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science, Space, and Technology, 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.
11/19/2025