S. 3506 expands federal disaster relief by allowing the government to use fire management assistance grants to help remove debris and wreckage from lands and waters affected by wildfires, whether or not a major disaster declaration has been issued. The bill specifically addresses the cleanup of hazardous materials left behind by fires by authorizing the Environmental Protection Agency to deploy its resources and personnel to assist state and local governments in debris removal efforts. This change applies to both publicly and privately owned properties. The legislation amends the existing Stafford Act disaster relief framework and does not include specific funding amounts or implementation timelines in the text provided. By broadening the use of fire management assistance, the bill aims to speed up recovery and reduce health and environmental risks in communities affected by wildfires.
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