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This bill establishes a quadrennial (every four years) comprehensive wildfire review process involving the Secretaries of Agriculture, Interior, and Homeland Security. The review aims to provide a holistic, multi-jurisdictional approach to understanding and managing wildfire risks in the United States. Specifically, the Secretaries will conduct a detailed analysis of changes in built and natural environments, assess the impact on fire mitigation and response, and evaluate the intersection between wildfires and public health. The review will involve collaboration with relevant federal agencies and congressional committees, and will result in an annual report that identifies anticipated wildfire challenges for the next 20 years, recommends legislative and administrative actions, evaluates progress toward existing national wildfire management strategies, and projects future scenarios for program and workforce realignment. The bill recognizes that wildfire management is complex, requires cross-boundary cooperation, and needs strategic, science-based solutions involving federal, state, tribal, and local governments. The ultimate goal is to develop more effective approaches to creating resilient landscapes, fire-adapted communities, and safe wildfire responses.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2039/all-info