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This bill modifies the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to improve federal support for fire management and suppression efforts. Specifically, the bill guarantees that the federal government will cover at least 75% of eligible costs for fire management assistance, up from previous provisions. The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to conduct a rulemaking within three years to establish criteria for potentially increasing the federal cost share beyond the 75% minimum. Additionally, the bill updates FEMA's policy to allow states, local, and tribal governments to be reimbursed for pre-deployment of emergency assets, which was not previously permitted. These changes aim to provide more financial flexibility and support for governments dealing with fire-related emergencies, ensuring they have the resources needed to respond effectively to potential fire incidents.

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