A resolution designating May 2026 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month".
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 741
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Emergency Management
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-24: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3195)
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-06T18:06:29Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This resolution designates May 2026 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month" to raise public awareness of wildfire threats and promote proactive steps to reduce risks, damage, and loss from wildfires across the United States.
Key Provisions
- Designates May 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month.
- Encourages greater awareness and preparedness for wildfires and suppression efforts by Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments, including Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities, as well as nongovernmental organizations and local communities.
- Supports resources and educational efforts that help at-risk communities adopt preventive steps such as using fire-resistant building materials, managing vegetation, improving evacuation plans for people and animals, reducing human-caused ignitions, and limiting health effects from smoke exposure.
Significant Changes to Existing Law This resolution does not amend or repeal any existing statutes. It is a non-binding Senate designation that creates no new legal requirements or funding obligations.
Potential Impacts
- May increase public and community focus on wildfire prevention and preparedness during May 2026.
- Could encourage Federal, State, local, and Tribal agencies to expand educational programs and planning efforts.
- Might support broader use of measures such as home hardening and vegetation management in wildfire-prone areas.
- No direct effects on international relations are outlined.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal agencies involved in wildfire management.
- State, local, and Tribal governments, including Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities.
- Nongovernmental organizations and residents in areas at risk of wildfires.
- Firefighters and individuals exposed to wildfire smoke.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution carries no legal or constitutional force beyond its symbolic designation. It highlights growing wildfire risks and costs without creating new authorities or mandates.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-24: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3195)
- 2026-06-24: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-24: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-24: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-05-20: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2419)
- 2026-05-20: Submitted in Senate
Bill Versions
- Designating May 2026 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month". — issued 2026-06-24 — PDF (4 pages)
- Designating May 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month. — issued 2026-05-20 — PDF (4 pages)