The proposed bill establishes the "Forest Fire Preparedness Commission" within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to enhance the state's readiness for wildfire prevention and response. The commission will consist of 20 members, including key officials such as the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, the State Firewarden, and the Superintendent of the State Police, along with representatives from local emergency response organizations and other relevant stakeholders. The commission is tasked with conducting a comprehensive audit of the state's current wildfire response protocols, developing a coordinated response roadmap for emergency responders, and establishing standardized communication lines among various agencies involved in wildfire management.

The commission is required to hold its initial meeting within 90 days of the bill's enactment and must meet at least six times a year, including two public hearings. It will produce a final report detailing its findings and recommendations within two years, after which the commission will be dissolved. The bill aims to ensure that municipal, county, regional, and state emergency response organizations can effectively communicate and collaborate during wildfire incidents, ultimately enhancing the state's ability to prevent and respond to wildfires.