S. 160Became Law

Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025

What this bill does

Reauthorizes Defense Department sales of excess aircraft and parts for wildfire suppression through 2035, while expanding permitted aerial water drops and international firefighting use

Key points
  • Allow aerial water delivery
  • Repeal international use limit
  • Extend aircraft sales authority

Where it stands

Status
Became Law
Latest action
2025-06-12Became Public Law No: 119-18.

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