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Unlikely to pass
This bill focuses on a specific state and was introduced by two members of the same party. While it addresses a real problem, it needs more support to move through the full Senate.
Key Points
This bill requires the Army Corps of Engineers to study how wildfires might damage dams and reservoirs in Arizona. These studies will help the government understand which areas are at the highest risk of failing during or after a fire.
The assessments will look at how fires affect things like flood control, drinking water supplies, and hydropower. It also looks at how mud and debris from a fire could clog up these systems and make them less effective.
The goal is to create better plans for responding to fires before they happen. By knowing the risks, the government can take steps to protect the water and power that Arizona communities rely on every day.
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Milestones
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Jul 14, 2026Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Jul 14, 2026
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Wildfire Prevention and Recovery Act
Bill NumberS 4970
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
