Freshman Montana Senator Tim Sheehy has announced his intention to push for national legislation on wildfires during an upcoming Senate GOP meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. Sheehy emphasized the urgency of addressing the issue, stating that it is a matter of concern for the entire country. He believes that tackling wildfires is a bipartisan issue that could yield quick results.
Sheehy, who has a background in aerial firefighting, highlighted the lack of proper coordination among local, state, and federal entities in combating wildfires in the western United States. He attributed the challenges to a flawed federal coordination system that hampers timely responses to fire incidents.
