Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025
New Utah center to study and prevent wildfires
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Sets up a new wildfire research institute in Utah, similar to ones in other Western states
- The center would study how fires start, how they spread, and how to better protect homes, forests, and rangelands
- Research can help firefighters, land managers, and local communities plan safer building rules and fire breaks
- Utah communities near forests or dry brush may see better warning systems and smarter prevention projects over time
- Costs are likely modest, but findings could save money by reducing damage and firefighting expenses
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5876-5877)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5876-5877)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1045.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025
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