Wildfire Risk Reduction: Preplanning Fire Response Workshops And Workforce Training for DOI

Agency: Department of the Interior

 

Description:

For preplanning fire response workshops and workforce training for staff, non-Federal firefighters, and Native village fire crews.

Bill Section:

40803(c)(7)(B)(i)

Potential Cost:     

$50,000,000

Timeline:

FY22-26

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

DOI has supplemented workforce training funds each year since the IIJA was implemented. Most recently, $12.4 million was announced for wildland firefighter training and position qualifications on January 9, 2024. Source

Other TCS Resources:

Clearing the Smoke: A Closer Look at Federal Spending and Programs on Wildfire