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Congress·Passed House·3 months ago

New Utah center to study and prevent wildfires

Also known as: Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025

Legislative Progress

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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

10 milestones22 actions
Dec 16, 2025Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Dec 15, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Dec 15, 2025House

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5876-5877)

Dec 15, 2025

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5876-5877)

Dec 15, 2025House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1045.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 1045
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Cosponsors

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