Fire Ready Nation Act of 2024
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2024): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 514.
What this bill does
The "Fire Ready Nation Act of 2024" aims to establish and enhance a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) focused on improving forecasting, detection, modeling, and service delivery related to wildfires, fire weather, and smoke. This includes addressing needs at the wildland-urban interface. The bill proposes developing advanced modeling systems, improving observational capabilities, and creating user-oriented decision support tools for various partners.
This legislation would primarily affect NOAA, first responders, emergency personnel, and land management agencies by providing them with better tools and information to combat wildfires and manage their impacts. It also aims to benefit the public through improved risk communication and forecasts. The bill seeks to foster collaboration among Federal agencies, state and local governments, academic institutions, and the private sector.
The bill was introduced in the Senate on May 15, 2024. On July 31, 2024, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation ordered it to be reported with an amendment. The next step would involve the bill being considered by the full Senate. If passed by the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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Timeline
17 Sep 2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 514.
Common questions
- What does S. 4343 do?
- The "Fire Ready Nation Act of 2024" aims to establish and enhance a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) focused on improving forecasting, detection, modeling, and service delivery related to wildfires, fire weather, and smoke. This includes addressing needs at the wildland-urban interface. The bill proposes developing advanced modeling systems, improving observational capabilities, and creating user-oriented decision support tools for various partners. This legislation would primarily affect NOAA, first responders, emergency personnel, and land management agencies by providing them with better tools and information to combat wildfires and manage their impacts. It also aims to benefit the public through improved risk communication and forecasts. The bill seeks to foster collaboration among Federal agencies, state and local governments, academic institutions, and the private sector. The bill was introduced in the Senate on May 15, 2024. On July 31, 2024, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation ordered it to be reported with an amendment. The next step would involve the bill being considered by the full Senate. If passed by the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 4343 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 4343. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 4343?
- S. 4343 was sponsored by Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] (D-WA), with 7 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 4343?
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 514. (17 Sep 2024).
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