Strengthening Wildfire Resiliency Through Satellites Act of 2025

# Strengthening Wildfire Resiliency Through Satellites Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would create a grant program run by the U.S. Geological Survey to help states monitor wildfires using satellite technology. States could apply for these grants to buy satellite data and the tools needed to use it for detecting and managing wildfires more effectively. The money would support both the technology itself and the systems needed to integrate satellite information into wildfire response efforts. **Who It Affects** The grants would go to state foresters, emergency managers, and similar state officials responsible for wildfire management.

Ultimately, the bill aims to benefit communities at risk from wildfires by improving early detection and response capabilities. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Brittany Pettersen, a Democrat from Colorado, a state frequently affected by wildfires. **Current Status** The bill (HR 527) is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is early-stage legislation, meaning it's still in the review process before any potential floor vote.