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US SB160
Bill
AI Summary
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Reauthorizes the Department of Defense's authority to sell surplus aircraft and parts to entities providing wildfire suppression services, with the authorization period running from the date of enactment through October 1, 2035
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Expands permitted aircraft capabilities to include dropping water in addition to fire retardant for wildfire suppression purposes
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Restricts aircraft sold under this authority to be used exclusively for providing aircraft services for wildfire suppression purposes
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Amends the Wildfire Suppression Aircraft Transfer Act of 1996 (Public Law 104–307) to implement these modifications
Legislative Description
Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Became Public Law No: 119-18.
6/12/2025
Committee Referrals
Armed Services1/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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