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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.

USA119th CongressHRES-383| House 
| Updated: 5/5/2025
Norma J. Torres

Norma J. Torres

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (25)
John Garamendi (Democratic)Jared Huffman (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Raul Ruiz (Democratic)Juan Vargas (Democratic)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Dave Min (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)Sara Jacobs (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Val T. Hoyle (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Mike Levin (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The House of Representatives expresses its support for the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025 , as Wildfire Preparedness Week . This national event is intended to educate the public on crucial fire safety and preparedness measures. The resolution underscores the importance of increasing awareness of wildfire threats and promoting knowledge of lifesaving tactics through educational initiatives and community programming. Furthermore, the resolution supports resources and educational efforts that communicate how affected communities can implement preventative measures. These include instituting early warning systems , reducing unplanned human ignitions, and safely and efficiently evacuating people and their animals. It also encourages increased awareness and preparedness for wildfires and subsequent suppression efforts, highlighting the need for proactive steps to enhance fire resilience.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1081
Expressing support for the recognition of May 1 through May 7, 2022, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-591
Expressing support for the recognition of August 22 through 28, 2021, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-343
Expressing support for the recognition of April 30 through May 6, 2023, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1202
Expressing support for the recognition of May 5 through May 11, 2024, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.
May 5, 2025
Submitted in House
May 5, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1081
    Expressing support for the recognition of May 1 through May 7, 2022, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-591
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 22 through 28, 2021, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-343
    Expressing support for the recognition of April 30 through May 6, 2023, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1202
    Expressing support for the recognition of May 5 through May 11, 2024, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • May 5, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 5, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Emergency Management

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.

USA119th CongressHRES-383| House 
| Updated: 5/5/2025
The House of Representatives expresses its support for the designation of May 4 through May 10, 2025 , as Wildfire Preparedness Week . This national event is intended to educate the public on crucial fire safety and preparedness measures. The resolution underscores the importance of increasing awareness of wildfire threats and promoting knowledge of lifesaving tactics through educational initiatives and community programming. Furthermore, the resolution supports resources and educational efforts that communicate how affected communities can implement preventative measures. These include instituting early warning systems , reducing unplanned human ignitions, and safely and efficiently evacuating people and their animals. It also encourages increased awareness and preparedness for wildfires and subsequent suppression efforts, highlighting the need for proactive steps to enhance fire resilience.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1081
Expressing support for the recognition of May 1 through May 7, 2022, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-591
Expressing support for the recognition of August 22 through 28, 2021, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-343
Expressing support for the recognition of April 30 through May 6, 2023, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1202
Expressing support for the recognition of May 5 through May 11, 2024, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.
May 5, 2025
Submitted in House
May 5, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1081
    Expressing support for the recognition of May 1 through May 7, 2022, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-591
    Expressing support for the recognition of August 22 through 28, 2021, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-343
    Expressing support for the recognition of April 30 through May 6, 2023, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1202
    Expressing support for the recognition of May 5 through May 11, 2024, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.


  • May 5, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 5, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Norma J. Torres

Norma J. Torres

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (25)
John Garamendi (Democratic)Jared Huffman (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Raul Ruiz (Democratic)Juan Vargas (Democratic)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Dave Min (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)Sara Jacobs (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Val T. Hoyle (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Mike Levin (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Natural Resources Committee

Emergency Management

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted