What does Preamble of Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To direct the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Homeland Security to carry out a quadrennial fire review, and for other purposes,' aims to establish a quadrennial fire review. The Secretaries of Agriculture, Interior, and Homeland Security are directed to carry out this review.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act do?

This Act is formally titled the Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding wildfire management. Congress believes wildfire management is a complex issue requiring a whole-of-government approach. Effective wildfire management necessitates interagency, cross-boundary, strategic, and holistic solutions. Relevant governments (Federal, State, Tribal, and local) should be included in wildfire planning and response. A quadrennial fire review aims to forecast challenges and inform long-term strategic actions for wildland fire management. The National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy reports (2014 and 2023 updates) are recognized as a strategic effort to address wildfire management. The Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission’s report (2023) presents recommendations from diverse experts intended to improve wildfire management outcomes.

What does QUADRENNIAL FIRE REVIEW. of Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act do?

This section establishes a quadrennial fire review process to be conducted by the Secretaries of Agriculture, the Interior, and Homeland Security, acting through qualified agencies. The review will include a quantitative analysis of changes to built and natural environments and their impact on wildfire mitigation, response, and recovery. An analysis of the intersection between wildfire and public health will be conducted in coordination with the EPA and HHS. The Secretaries must submit a report to relevant committees within 12 months of the Act's enactment, and every 4 years thereafter. The report will contain the results of the reviews, anticipated challenges, long-term management challenges, and recommendations for legislation and administrative actions. The report will also evaluate progress toward goals outlined in specific reports, including 'The National Strategy' (2014) and 'ON FIRE' (2023). The review will project future scenarios to inform realignment of programs, strategies, and workforce. The term 'qualified agencies' is defined to include the Forest Service, the Department of the Interior, FEMA, and the United States Fire Administration, among others. The term 'relevant committees' is defined for both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act

Last updated: 5/14/2026 · Introduced: 6/11/2025

Author: Joe Neguse (D-CO)

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This bill establishes a quadrennial fire review, requiring the Secretaries of Agriculture, the Interior, and Homeland Security to analyze wildfire risks and impacts on the built and natural environments.
The review will assess the intersection of wildfire and public health, coordinating with the EPA and HHS, and project future scenarios to inform wildfire management strategies.
The Secretaries must submit a report to Congress within 12 months of enactment and every four years thereafter, outlining review results, challenges, and recommendations.

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