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Committee gives due-pass to bill requiring ADEQ to submit exceptional-event packets for certain federal-land wildfires Lawmakers gave House Bill 2013 a due-pass recommendation after hearing sponsor Rep. Lisa Fink and ADEQ staff; proponents said mandated submissions would improve Arizona ir-quality records while opponents warned it duplicates current process and could strain ADEQ resources.

Arizona lawmakers are pushing a bill that could change how wildfires impact our air quality standards—could this be a game-changer or just more bureaucracy?

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Agriculture commissioner describes wildfire, labor and market pressures; requests equipment and policy help The Agriculture & Forestry commissioner told the committee that recent storms and drought have left timber and farm sectors strained, wildfire activity is above normal, and H‑2B visa caps are disrupting crawfish peeling plants; he requested additional equipment and outlined federal and trade pressures on seafood and crops.

Louisiana's Agriculture Commissioner warns of rising wildfires, labor shortages, and market pressures threatening the state's seafood and crop industries – urgent action is needed!

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Senate committee advances forestry bill after sponsor agrees to strip retirement language The Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee voted 4–1 to recommend first-substitute HB 496, a forestry and fire cleanup bill, after the sponsor committed to file a substitute removing a provision that would shift seven wildfire dispatchers into the firefighter retirement system. Lawmakers debated fiscal notes tied to the Utah Wildfire Fund.

The Senate committee has advanced a key forestry bill after a heated debate over whether wildfire dispatchers should access firefighter retirement benefits, sparking questions about fiscal priorities and public safety.

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Save the date! WRCC Wildfire Resilience Knowledge & Networks Gathering

📅 May 5-7, 2026
📍 Quebec City, QC

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TRPA, USFS and Nevada partners point to EIP-funded treatments and new forest-health thresholds TRPA staff and basin partners described updated forest‑health thresholds, Environmental Improvement Program funding and coordinated fuels treatments—reporting $271 million deployed since 2010 and new TRPA standards intended to support active management and community wildfire protection.

TRPA is making significant strides in wildfire prevention with a groundbreaking three-track approach that aims to enhance forest health and community safety.

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Constituents press senators on SNAP cuts, heat and smoke protections, and seasonal firefighter benefits Town‑hall participants asked Senators Wyden and Merkley about reversing SNAP restrictions, protecting field workers from heat and smoke, and expanding year‑round opportunities and pay for seasonal wildland firefighters; senators outlined legislative proposals and protections under consideration.

At a recent town hall, community members demanded action on crucial issues like SNAP access and protections for seasonal firefighters, prompting Senators to propose vital legislative changes.

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Senate Ag & Natural Resources Committee advances several House bills to other committees The Washington Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended that multiple House bills receive further consideration by Ways & Means or Rules after executive session; several bills had unanimous House passage records and the committee took no action on two bills.

The Washington State Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee has advanced key House bills aimed at enhancing fire prevention and food security, setting the stage for significant legislative changes.

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State forester warns of elevated 2026 wildfire risk, outlines industry recovery steps State Forester Scott Phillips told a legislative subcommittee that 2025 was one of South Carolina's most active wildfire seasons, described new firefighting resources and equipment milestones, and detailed market losses after recent mill closures and the Forest Recovery Task Force's recruitment efforts.

South Carolina's wildfires are escalating, with 2025 marking an unprecedented season, leaving the state on high alert for major fires in 2026 and prompting urgent recovery efforts for the timber industry.

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Corte Madera council accepts 2026 work plan after debate on disaster preparedness, vegetation management and signage After extended discussion on wildfire vegetation management, disaster preparedness and town signage, the Corte Madera Town Council accepted the 2026 staff work plan with modifications; the measure passed 4–1 with Councilmember Ravasio dissenting.

The Corte Madera Town Council just approved a 2026 work plan focused on disaster preparedness and community enhancements, but one member dissented—what does this mean for the town's future?

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Seriously, everybody is talking about the upcoming CAZCA Speaker Series on March 11th. You're not going to want to miss it. Visit cazca.org/events to register 🔥😎

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Pocatello-area FFA presents mock ‘court’ on rescission of 2001 Roadless Rule American Falls FFA students presented a mock court to the Pocatello City Council arguing competing views of the USDA’s 2025 rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule — prosecution warned of harms to watersheds and tribal sites, while defense emphasized wildfire risk, local management flexibility, and potential jobs.

American Falls FFA students took to the courtroom to debate the future of our forests—are we safeguarding nature or just opening the floodgates for development?

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Committee advances bill directing ADEQ to seek EPA 'exceptional event' findings for federal-land wildfires The House Committee on Land, Agriculture and Rural Affairs returned House Bill 2013 with a due-pass recommendation after sponsor Rep. Lisa Fink said the measure would require ADEQ to submit exceptional-event demonstrations to EPA when wildfires on federally managed land affect Arizona air quality. Sierra Club opposed the bill, citing existing processes and funding concerns.

Arizona is pushing a new bill that could change how wildfires on federal land impact air quality regulations, but not everyone is on board with the plan.

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Moraga council ratifies updated state fire and WUI codes; MOFD says Zone 0 guidance still pending The Moraga Town Council unanimously ratified two ordinances adopting the state fire code and the California Wildland‑Urban Interface (WUI) code. MOFD officials told council that the Board of Forestry is still finalizing Zone 0 guidance; local WUI defensible‑space rules will be handled separately if needed.

Moraga Town Council has taken a crucial step in fire safety by ratifying updated state fire and WUI codes, but key guidance on "Zone 0" is still pending from the Board of Forestry.

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Committee advances bill to fund wildfire hazard pay and paid leave tied to federal standards; members ask for alternate language HB35 would fund paid leave and hazard pay for wildland firefighters consistent with federal standards, effective May 1, 2026. Agency staff said timekeeping and supervisory approval make hazard pay auditable; some legislators asked LSO to draft language that retains competitiveness without automatically binding state funding to federal policy changes.

Wyoming's House Bill 35 is set to revolutionize firefighter compensation by introducing paid leave and hazard pay, but is it too reliant on federal standards?

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Bridger: Why This Wildfire Play Is More Momentum Than Long-Term Compounder (NASDAQ:BAER) Bridger Aerospace's business is 75% dependent on fire suppression. Read more on what could impact the company as fire season approaches.

Revisiting: Bridger Aerospace: Why This Wildfire Play Is More Momentum Than Long-Term Compounder #BridgerAerospace #WildfireManagement #FireSuppression #NASDAQ #Investing

Flagstaff fire officials outline funding shortfall for wildfire program, request roughly $692,000 ongoing and $2.4 million capital Flagstaff Cityire management staff told the council the Wildland Fire Management program faces a projected operating deficit and a capital shortfall for a regional training facility, asking the city to close a roughly $692,000 annual gap and a $2.4 million one-time shortfall while maintaining existing mitigation work.

Flagstaff's fire department is facing a staggering $692,000 annual funding gap, threatening vital wildfire risk-reduction programs and a crucial training facility.

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Counties back bill to require shared stewardship with federal land managers; revenue-sharing provision draws questions SB 6,242 would require counties to enter shared stewardship agreements with federal land managers to maintain fuel breaks near roads and include a revenue-sharing provision to let counties retain timber-sale proceeds. County groups supported the bill but asked clarifying language on enforceability of keeping proceeds.

Counties are rallying behind a new bill that could reshape wildfire management and boost local revenue by allowing them to partner with federal agencies on land stewardship!

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BLM field office briefs Fremont County on mineral activity, cheatgrass treatments and Dubois access closure BLM Lander Field Office managers updated commissioners on federal priorities, ongoing oil-and-gas and uranium exploration, a Muddy Ridge withdrawal review, a multiyear cheatgrass aerial-treatment proposal with Fremont County, virtual fencing in Red Canyon and a seasonal closure limiting access to Whiskey Mountain.

Fremont County is gearing up for a transformative fire season with new mineral explorations, invasive species control, and exciting virtual fencing proposals—what does this mean for the community?

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House subcommittee urges Senate to pass Fix Our Forests Act to protect Western water and power Witnesses from utilities and water agencies told a House Natural Resources subcommittee that federal forests left dense by decades of fire suppression threaten water supplies and electric reliability and urged Congress to pass the House-passed Fix Our Forests Act to speed treatments, fund staffing, and grant targeted authorities such as categorical exclusions and improved post‑fire recovery.

Congressional action is urgently needed to address the dangerous state of our federal forests, which threaten the reliability of our water and power supplies.

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Olympic National Park superintendent seeks public input on Hurricane Ridge rebuild, reports wildfire and staffing pressures Superintendent Zula Jacobs briefed council on Hurricane Ridge public input sessions for a new visitor center, ongoing wildfire response to the Bear Gulch fire, summer road closures, and staffing shortages; she urged community participation in design meetings and noted federal park staffing constraints.

Olympic National Park is inviting the community to shape the future of Hurricane Ridge with your memories and ideas for the new visitor center—your voice matters!

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Tree deaths outpace growth two-to-one, speaker says; wildfire blamed, logging defended An unidentified speaker, citing U.S. Forest Service reports, said tree mortality in national forests exceeds growth by two-to-one and attributed much of the loss to wildfire. The speaker said timber harvesting accounts for about 25% of net growth and called logging part of the solution.

Tree deaths in national forests now outnumber new growth by a staggering two-to-one, with wildfires being the main culprit.

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Forest Health Council schedules DNR and State Forest Service briefings, asks for data and Forest Health Tracker walkthrough The legislative subcommittee set a schedule for August/September presentations, asked the Department of Natural Resources and Colorado State Forest Service for program and budget briefings (four-week turnaround requested), and asked staff to collect member questions for tailored briefings and a demonstration of the Forest Health Tracker.

The Colorado Forest Health Council is gearing up for crucial briefings on forest management, requesting tailored questions to ensure impactful presentations.

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Committee says Wildfire Matters Review Committee took up four recommendations, extends review committee Committee members reported a positive reception to their presentation to the Wildfire Matters Review Committee; four recommendations were accepted including a five-year extension of the review committee and consideration of Good Neighbor Authority changes and mobile-home mitigation.

Colorado's Wildfire Matters Review Committee has just voted to extend its mission for five more years, paving the way for crucial recommendations on mobile-home safety and wildfire mitigation!

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Council committee forwards prescribed‑fire bill to full council after questions on fund and qualifications The legislative committee voted to forward a Senate bill that would create a $1,000,000 'prescribed fire cash fund' and expand reciprocity for burn managers to the full Colorado Forest Health Council for further review; members asked for DFPC and fire‑commission input on insurance, caps and certified-burner qualifications.

A new bill aimed at expanding prescribed fire across Colorado has sparked debate, raising questions about funding and safety regulations.

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Forest Health Committee to Monitor House Bill 1078, Flags Several Wildfire Bills for Review At its Jan. 10 legislative committee meeting, the Forest Health Council reviewed newly introduced wildfire bills — including a workforce measure now identified as House Bill 1078 — and agreed to monitor scheduling, coordinate testimony, and research appropriate committee-level actions under tight budget constraints.

The Forest Health Council is gearing up to support crucial wildfire legislation as they navigate budget constraints and data privacy concerns—will House Bill 1078 make the cut?

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Woods County leaders outline outreach plans for lieutenant governor visit, major conferences and ARPA‑funded projects Board members discussed bringing the lieutenant governor and state agency directors to the county’s Turkey Hunt to showcase ARPA-funded infrastructure, reported $15 million in ARPA funding for the Avard rail/industrial park and previewed two regional conferences expected to draw hundreds of attendees.

Woods County is gearing up for a significant visit from the lieutenant governor, showcasing $15 million in ARPA-funded projects and two major conferences aimed at boosting local tourism and economic development!

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India’s Resolution on Wildfire Management Adopted at UNEA-7: A Global Call for Climate Action - What was once considered a seasonal environmental challenge has now turned into a year-round global crisis. From raging infernos

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State lands director asks Appropriations to approve wildfire funding, mapping contracts and trust grants Director Stacia Berry told the Joint Appropriations Committee that the Office of State Lands and Investments manages 3.4 million surface acres and is seeking exception requests including $20 million for emergency fire suppression, two Esri GIS contract requests, and $340,907 for trust‑land preservation projects.

Wyoming's Office of State Lands is pushing for $20 million in wildfire funding while managing millions in trust land revenues—what's at stake for the state's future?

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Logan staff outline WUI map and code adoption steps tied to HB 48 Fire-department staff briefed the council on adopting the 2006 Wildland-Urban Interface code to comply with HB 48, described a draft WUI map using a risk score of about 7, and said the resolution will be updated to reference the map; staff warned adoption is required to remain in the cooperative wildfire (CWS) agreement.

Logan City is on the brink of a crucial decision that could impact wildfire safety and risk management in the community.

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