Sec. 2. Findings
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Congress finds that, as of the date of enactment of this Act— the wildfire season has increased by over 2 months since the 1970s, and wildfires have become increasingly prevalent across the United States due to prolonged droughts and extreme temperatures; the average annual temperatures in the western United States have increased by 1.9 degrees Fahrenheit since 1970; wildfire smoke often contains toxic chemicals and particulates, creating hazardous air quality conditions; wildfire smoke often persists for extended periods of time and can travel hundreds of miles; and wildfire smoke inhalation is harmful to human health, particularly for vulnerable populations, including outdoor workers.