Summary of HRES 467 - National Wildfire Preparedness Month

Bill Number: HRES 467

Title: Designating May 2025 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month"

Status: Submitted in House

Introduced: June 03, 2025

Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 467 aims to designate May 2025 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month." The resolution seeks to enhance awareness and preparedness regarding the threat of wildfires across various levels of government and within communities, particularly those at risk of wildfire hazards.

Key Provisions

The resolution includes several important provisions:

1. Support for Designation: The House of Representatives expresses its support for the establishment of National Wildfire Preparedness Month.

2. Awareness and Preparedness: The resolution encourages increased awareness of wildfire threats and the importance of preparedness efforts at:

   • Federal
   • State
   • Local
   • Tribal levels, including specific outreach to Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities.

3. Resource and Educational Initiatives: It supports initiatives that provide resources and education on:

   • Home hardening techniques to protect properties from wildfires.
   • Land management practices aimed at reducing or eliminating highly flammable vegetation.
   • Implementation or enhancement of early warning systems for wildfire threats.
   • Strategies to minimize unplanned human ignitions of wildfires.
   • Measures to reduce health impacts from smoke and fire exposure.
   • Safe and efficient evacuation procedures for people and animals during wildfire events.

Affected Parties

The resolution impacts a wide range of stakeholders, including:
- Federal, State, and local government agencies involved in wildfire management and response.
- Tribal governments and communities, particularly Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian groups.
- Nongovernmental organizations focused on disaster preparedness and community safety.
- Residents in areas prone to wildfires, who will benefit from increased awareness and preparedness resources.

Legislative Actions

• June 03, 2025: The bill was referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources for further consideration.
• June 03, 2025: The bill was officially submitted in the House.

Sponsors

The resolution is sponsored by:
- Norma J. Torres (Primary Sponsor)
- Doug LaMalfa (Cosponsor)
- David G. Valadao (Cosponsor)
- Jay Obernolte (Cosponsor)

Related Bills

• SRES 247: This is the companion resolution in the Senate, which aligns with the objectives of HRES 467.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of HRES 467, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, affected parties, and legislative context, making it accessible for readers seeking to understand the implications of this resolution.