FIRE SMART Act of 2026 modifies EPA regulations to prioritize water infrastructure projects in high-risk fire areas.
The FIRE SMART Act of 2026 requires the Environmental Protection Agency to revise regulations concerning drinking water State revolving funds. It prioritizes projects in communities at high risk from fire or wildfire, especially those with adopted wildfire protection plans or proactive fire risk reduction measures. The bill defines "community at high risk from fire or wildfire" based on state wildfire maps or geospatial maps. It also mandates technical and conforming revisions to ensure these projects receive priority.
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