H.Res. 383 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Natural Resources, May 5, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summarySupporting National Wildfire Preparedness Week
This resolution expresses support for designating May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week. It backs educational efforts that teach communities how to prevent wildfires, set up early warning systems, and evacuate safely when needed.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial measure that doesn't create new laws or programs. If you live in a wildfire-prone area, it represents congressional support for the educational resources and preparedness initiatives that help communities like yours prepare for and respond to wildfires.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, May 5, 2025)
This resolution supports (1) the goals of Wildfire Preparedness Week; and (2) resources and educational initiatives that communicate how affected communities can take preventative measures such as instituting early warning systems and reducing unplanned human ignitions, as well as how to safely and efficiently evacuate people and their animals.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 383
RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the recognition of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.
Sponsor: Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-CA-35) · Introduced May 5, 2025 · Emergency Management · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action May 5, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.”