Bills/H.R. 3553

BRUSH Fires Act

BRUSH Fires Act

In CommitteeEnvironmentHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# BRUSH Fires Act Summary The BRUSH Fires Act (HR 3553) is a proposed federal bill currently under review in Congress. While specific legislative text details aren't provided here, based on its title and listed subjects, the bill appears focused on addressing wildfire management and forest health issues. It would likely involve congressional oversight of federal forest management practices, research into fire prevention and ecology, and investigations into hazardous conditions that contribute to dangerous wildfires. The bill would potentially affect federal agencies responsible for forest management (like the Forest Service), state and local fire management authorities, and communities in wildfire-prone areas.

Key areas of focus appear to include forest management strategies, hazardous materials that increase fire risk, and government studies aimed at preventing or better managing forest fires. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. To find the most current and detailed information about specific provisions, you can visit Congress.gov and search for HR 3553.

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Latest Action

March 5, 2026

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

Subjects

Congressional oversightEcologyFiresForests, forestry, treesGovernment studies and investigationsHazardous wastes and toxic substances

Sponsor

D
Min, Dave [D-CA-47]
D-CA · House
14 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
May 21, 2025
Last Updated
March 5, 2026
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