To amend title 32, United States Code, to establish the FireGuard Program as a program of record of the National Guard.

# HR 5615 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would officially establish the "FireGuard Program" as a recognized program within the National Guard. By amending federal law (title 32, United States Code), the bill would give the program formal status and structure within the military branch. This would essentially legitimize and standardize how the National Guard participates in firefighting and fire prevention efforts. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the National Guard and its operations, as well as communities that benefit from National Guard involvement in wildfire response and prevention.

It could also impact how federal funding and resources are allocated to firefighting efforts through the National Guard. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative George Whitesides (D-CA), who represents California's 27th congressional district—an area that has experienced significant wildfires.