Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB7362

Introduced
2/15/24  
Refer
2/15/24  
Refer
8/30/24  

Caption

SPACE Act of 2024 Satellites Preventing Agricultural Crises and Emergencies Act of 2024

Impact

If enacted, HB7362 could significantly impact state laws pertaining to fire management and agricultural practices. By promoting the use of satellite data and advanced technologies in wildland fire research, the bill emphasizes a scientific approach to disaster preparedness. This could help mitigate the impacts of wildland fires on agricultural land and support state efforts in fire control, potentially leading to safer environments for communities and farmers alike. Furthermore, the cooperative agreements sought in this bill may foster innovation in agricultural practices and improve federal support for fire management strategies.

Summary

House Bill 7362, officially titled the Satellites Preventing Agricultural Crises and Emergencies Act of 2024 (SPACE Act), aims to establish cooperative agreements for research on wildland fire sciences. The bill seeks to enhance the use of available satellite data for predicting, monitoring, and mitigating the risks associated with wildland fires. This initiative primarily involves collaboration with land-grant colleges and universities that possess the capacity for data collection and analysis in this field. By investing in advanced research and remote sensing technologies, the bill intends to improve understanding of fire behavior and enhance resource deployment during fire incidents.

Contention

Notable points of contention around HB7362 include concerns about funding and the effectiveness of satellite data utilization. Critics may question whether sufficient resources and commitments will be allocated to truly benefit the agricultural community and enhance the predictive capabilities for wildfires. Moreover, some stakeholders might argue about the balance between federal oversight and local autonomy regarding fire management strategies, suggesting that reliance on satellite data could lead to a one-size-fits-all approach that might not account for local variations in fire behavior and agricultural needs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB3761

National Agricultural Crisis Hotline Act of 2024

US HB7363

HOUSES Act of 2024 Helping Open Underutilized Space to Ensure Shelter Act of 2024

US HB8656

Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act of 2024

US HB7296

Pray Safe Act of 2024

US HB7221

Wildlife Corridors and USDA Conservation Programs Act of 2024

US HB4953

Preventing HEAT Illness and Deaths Act of 2023 Preventing Health Emergencies And Temperature-related Illness and Deaths Act of 2023

US HB7580

Immigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2024

US HB1923

Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act of 2025

US HB6576

Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2023

US HB5431

Space SSA Transition Act of 2023 Space Safety and Situational Awareness Transition Act of 2023

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