BRUSH Fires Act

Sponsor: Dave Min (Democratic-CA)May 21, 2025

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Communities near shrublands would get a study on how to better fight wildfires.

This bill would direct the Secretary of Agriculture to study wildfire fighting methods in shrubland areas. The study would look at how well different methods work to reduce fire risks and damage in communities. The goal is to find better ways to protect homes and people from wildfires.

What Would Change

After this bill, the Secretary of Agriculture would be required to start a detailed study within one year of the bill becoming law. This study would evaluate various wildfire fighting methods and Forest Service policies in shrubland areas. Within 90 days of the study's completion, a public report would be released, outlining findings, best practices for land managers, and ways to improve teamwork with local groups.

Key Provisions

Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on wildfire fighting methods in shrubland areas within one year.
Evaluates how well different methods work to reduce wildfire risks and damage in communities near shrublands.
Examines how Forest Service policies prevent fires caused by embers from people or structures like power lines.
Identifies what stops wildland fire managers and wildland firefighters from using effective wildfire prevention methods.
Assesses how well partnerships between the Forest Service and local groups protect homes and roads from ember fires.
Requires a public report summarizing the study's findings, best practices, and areas for future research within 90 days of the study's completion.

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HR 3553 · 119th Congress · May 21, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10

BRUSH Fires Act

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