HR 4647 · 100th Congress · Emergency Management

A bill to provide for the establishment of the National Commission on Natural Resources Disasters, to provide for increased planning and cooperation with local fire fighting forces in the event of forest fires, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1988-05-19· Sponsored by Rep. Herger, Wally [R-CA-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: See H.R.4936.(1988-06-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Title I: National Commission on Natural Resources Disasters - Establishes a National Commission on the 1987 Natural Resources Disaster to study the effects of the fires in western and southeastern States and make recommendations concerning a smooth transition from the loss of natural resources. Directs the Commission to study the effects of the fires on: (1) the economic stability of the affected communities; (2) the availability of sufficient timber supplies to meet future industry needs; (3) fish and wildlife habitats; (4) recreation in the affected areas; (5) the ecosystems in the areas; and (6) management plans of the affected National Forest System lands. Requires a report to the Secretary of Agriculture by December 1, 1989. Authorizes the Commission to accept contributions of money and services in carrying out its duties. Authorizes the Secretary, if contributions are insufficient, to transfer to the Commission funds available from the general fund of the Treasury. Terminates the Commission 90 days after submission of its report to the Secretary. Title II: Forest Fire Fighting Planning and Cooperation - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to report to the Congress on the reh…

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