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flag Lawmakers urge pause on new U.S. Wildland Fire Service over planning and input concerns.

flag A group of Western Democratic lawmakers is calling for a pause in the rollout of the new U.S. Wildland Fire Service, citing inadequate planning, transparency, and input from states, tribes, and Congress ahead of a potentially active fire season. flag They question key aspects like pay structures and emergency decision-making. flag The Interior Department denies disruptions, stating firefighting operations, aviation assets, and command systems remain unchanged and that the consolidation aims to improve efficiency and accountability. flag Advocates stress the need for broader collaboration to build a resilient fire response system.

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