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This bill amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to expand fire management assistance eligibility for Indian Tribal Governments. Specifically, the bill allows Indian Tribal Governments to directly request fire management assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), rather than having to go through a state governor. Within one year of the bill's enactment, the President must update federal regulations to implement these changes, which include authorizing FEMA to directly receive fire management assistance requests from Tribal Governments and provide related grants and resources. The bill ensures that if a Tribal Government's direct request is not granted, they can still potentially receive assistance through a state's request. Additionally, the President must consider the unique conditions affecting Tribal Governments and engage in government-to-government consultation when developing the new regulations. The goal is to provide Tribal Governments with more direct and flexible access to federal assistance during fire-related emergencies, recognizing their distinct governmental status and specific needs.

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