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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
In this subchapter:
(1)Assume any and all liability
The term “assume any and all liability” means--
(A) the payment of--
(i) any judgment, settlement, fine, penalty, or cost assessment (including prevailing party legal fees) associated with the applicable litigation; and
(ii) any cost incurred in handling the applicable litigation (including legal fees); and
(B) with respect to a Federal firefighter, arranging for, and paying the costs of, representation in the applicable litigation.
(2)Federal firefighter
The term “Federal firefighter” means an individual furnished by the Secretary of Agriculture or the Secretary of the Interior under an agreement entered into under section 1856n of this title.
(3)Foreign fire organization
The term “foreign fire organization” means any foreign governmental, public, or private entity that has wildfire protection resources.
(4)Foreign firefighter
The term “foreign firefighter” means an individual furnished by a foreign fire organization under an agreement entered into under section 1856n of this title.
(5)Wildfire
The term “wildfire” means any forest or range fire.
(6)Wildfire protection resources
The term “wildfire protection resources” means any personnel, supplies, equipment, or other resources required for wildfire presuppression and suppression activities.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 42 U.S.C. § 1856m - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 42. The Public Health and Welfare § 1856m. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-42-the-public-health-and-welfare/42-usc-sect-1856m/
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