This bill lets Indian tribal governments ask FEMA directly for help fighting wildfires, instead of having to go through a state first. Tribes could receive Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAG) based on their own requests. They can still choose to use a state’s authorization if that works better or if their own request isn’t approved .

The bill also tells the government to update FEMA’s wildfire assistance rules within one year so tribes can apply directly. These updates must consider the unique conditions tribal communities face and include government-to-government consultation with tribes .

• Who is affected: Tribal governments and their communities during wildfires .
• What changes: Tribes can submit FMAG requests straight to FEMA and receive grants directly; they may still use a state’s authorization if needed .
• When: FEMA must update its rules within one year after the bill becomes law to put these changes into action .