H.R.471 — Fix Our Forests Act
House Roll Call
H.R.471
| Bill | H.R.471 — Fix Our Forests Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 279 / Nay 141 / Present 0 / Not Voting 13 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 215 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 64 | 141 | 0 | 10 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 471 - Fix Our Forests Act
The Fix Our Forests Act (HR 471) aims to enhance forest management practices across the United States to mitigate wildfires, improve forest health, and promote sustainable land use. The bill proposes a comprehensive strategy to address the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires, which have been exacerbated by climate change and forest mismanagement.
Key Provisions: HR 471 authorizes the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement proactive forest management practices, including thinning overgrown forests, removing hazardous fuels, and restoring ecosystems. The bill emphasizes collaboration with state and local agencies, tribal governments, and private stakeholders to develop and execute forest management plans.
Funding and Authorities: The legislation proposes to allocate federal funding to support these initiatives, with specific appropriations for forest restoration projects. It allows for the establishment of a dedicated fund to finance projects aimed at reducing wildfire risks and enhancing forest resilience. The bill also seeks to streamline the permitting process for forest management activities to expedite project implementation.
Affected Programs and Agencies: The primary agencies impacted by the Fix Our Forests Act are the USFS and BLM, which will be tasked with carrying out the provisions of the bill. The legislation also affects state forestry programs and local governments involved in land management and wildfire mitigation efforts.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: Key beneficiaries include rural communities, forest-dependent economies, and ecosystems that will benefit from improved forest health and reduced wildfire risks. The bill also aims to regulate and guide forest management practices to ensure sustainable use of forest resources.
Key Timelines: The bill has been reviewed by the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, with hearings conducted to gather input from stakeholders. Further legislative action is anticipated as the committee considers amendments and prepares for a vote.
Yea (279)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
E
Eric Swalwell
Nay (141)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
R
Rashida Tlaib
S
Sylvester Turner
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
