Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2026
To authorize the President to declare a smoke emergency, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9243, proposes to allow the President to declare a smoke emergency in response to wildfires. This emergency declaration would likely enable quicker mobilization of resources to protect public health and safety during periods of heavy smoke from wildfires.
The bill would affect the President and federal agencies responsible for managing natural disasters and public health. By giving the President the authority to declare a smoke emergency, the bill aims to ensure a swift and coordinated response to protect citizens from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke.
HB9243 was introduced on June 10, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and also to the Committees on Small Business, and the Budget for further review. No further actions have been recorded yet.
