Wildfire Response and Preparedness Act of 2025

H.R. 4038, the Wildfire Response and Preparedness Act of 2025, is standard legislation currently under committee consideration that would address wildfire management and emergency response. Based on its policy focus on public lands, forests, emergency communications systems, and first responders, the bill would likely establish or enhance protocols for coordinating wildfire response efforts across federal agencies and improving communication systems used during fire emergencies. If enacted, the legislation could strengthen the capacity of federal land managers and local emergency personnel to respond more effectively to wildfires, potentially improving coordination between different agencies and upgrading emergency communication infrastructure used to protect communities and coordinate firefighting operations. The bill has been referred to committee and subcommittee hearings were held in January 2026, but it has not yet been voted on by the full House.