The purpose of the Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2026 is to give the President the authority to declare a smoke emergency in response to significant decreases in air quality caused by wildland fire smoke. This legislation aims to provide necessary assistance to affected states and communities, ensuring they have the resources to manage the health risks associated with poor air quality due to smoke. Key provisions of the Act include the ability for the President to declare a smoke emergency based on the assessment of air quality conditions.