Responsible Wildland Fire Recovery Act

# Responsible Wildland Fire Recovery Act (S 3149) Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Responsible Wildland Fire Recovery Act would establish federal policies and programs to help communities recover from large wildfires. While specific details aren't available in the provided summary, bills with this title typically address rebuilding efforts, funding for affected areas, and restoration of burned landscapes. The bill would likely create mechanisms to support homeowners, businesses, and local governments dealing with wildfire damage. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact communities in western states prone to wildfires—particularly New Mexico, where sponsor Senator Ben Ray Luján is from.

It could also affect federal land management agencies, state and local governments, residents whose homes or property were damaged by fires, and environmental restoration organizations. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full Senate. It has not advanced to a floor vote. The bill would need to pass out of its assigned committee and gain broader Senate support before becoming law.