Electric utilities are calling for the U.S. Senate to pass legislation aimed at reducing wildfire intensity and restoring forest health, in part by allowing power companies greater leeway around vegetation management.
The House passed the Save our Forests Act on Thursday in a 279 to 141 vote.
The bill would “simplify and expedite the most critical forest management projects while maintaining strong environmental standards,” Rep. Scott Peters, D-Calif., said in a floor speech. “It will reduce the threat of litigation, and add new ways for communities to provide input early.”
Peters introduced the bill with Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Ark.
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