What does Preamble of Fire Innovation Unit Act do?

This bill aims to establish a public-private partnership focused on wildfire technology deployment and demonstration. The bill's stated purpose is to direct the establishment of this partnership, and includes 'other purposes' not detailed in this section.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Fire Innovation Unit Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Fire Innovation Unit Act.

What does PUBLIC-PRIVATE WILDFIRE TECHNOLOGY DEPLOYMENT AND DEMONSTRATION of Fire Innovation Unit Act do?

This section establishes a Public-Private Wildfire Technology Deployment and Demonstration Partnership, referred to as the 'Pilot Program'. The Pilot Program aims to deploy and demonstrate new and innovative wildfire prevention, detection, communication, response, and mitigation technologies. The Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior, acting jointly, are responsible for establishing and overseeing the Pilot Program within one year of the Act's enactment. Covered agencies include Federal land management agencies, the Department of Defense, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and State, Tribal, county, or municipal fire departments, among others. Covered entities eligible to participate include private entities, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education. The Secretaries must consult with the National Wildfire Coordinating Group and identify key technology priority areas, such as hazardous fuels reduction and remote sensing. The Pilot Program requires coordination between covered entities and covered agencies for real-time technology testing. The Secretaries will evaluate the success of demonstrated technologies based on effectiveness, scalability, and cost-efficiency. The Secretaries are required to submit annual reports to relevant committees of Congress detailing the Pilot Program's progress, costs, and recommendations. The Pilot Program will terminate seven years after the date of enactment of this Act.

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Fire Innovation Unit Act

Last updated: 12/2/2025 · Introduced: 11/18/2025

Author: Young Kim (R-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill creates a Public-Private Wildfire Technology Deployment and Demonstration Partnership to test and deploy innovative wildfire prevention, detection, and response technologies.
The partnership will involve federal land management agencies, the Department of Defense, and state, tribal, county, or municipal fire departments, alongside private entities and educational institutions.
The Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior will oversee the program, evaluate demonstrated technologies, and report annually to Congress on its progress and costs.

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