S. 160Became Law
Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025
Reauthorizes Defense Department sales of excess aircraft and parts for wildfire suppression through 2035, while expanding allowed firefighting uses and international assistance
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Reauthorizes Defense Department sales of excess aircraft and parts for wildfire suppression through 2035, while expanding allowed firefighting uses and international assistance
Key points
- Allow aerial water delivery
- Repeal international assistance limit
- Extend aircraft sale authority
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Became Law
Latest action
2025-06-12 — Became Public Law No: 119-18.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityAviation and airportsFiresForests, forestry, treesMilitary assistance, sales, and agreements