S.91 - Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
The Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 aims to improve federal activities related to wildfires. It focuses on preparation, detection and suppression support, and post-fire recovery support. The bill includes provisions for firefighting account transparency, reimbursement for wildfires caused by military training, strategic wildland fire management planning, and studies on integrating local firefighters into wildfire response.
Expected Effects
The Act is likely to enhance wildfire management and response capabilities. It will likely improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies. It will also likely lead to better resource allocation and more effective post-fire recovery efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced transparency in firefighting account spending.
- Improved coordination and resource allocation for wildfire suppression.
- Increased support for post-fire recovery and rehabilitation efforts.
- Promotion of technological innovation in wildfire detection and suppression.
- Better integration of local firefighters into wildfire response efforts.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased federal spending without guaranteed effectiveness.
- Possible bureaucratic delays in implementing new programs and studies.
- Risk of misallocation of resources if strategic planning is not effectively executed.
- Potential for conflicts between federal and state agencies in wildfire management.
- The act does not address the root causes of wildfires, such as climate change and forest management practices.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8) by promoting activities that aim to protect communities and resources from wildfires. It also aligns with Congress's power to manage federal lands (Article IV, Section 3). The Act does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).