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Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-01-23
Introduced
8
Cosponsors
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W. Gregory Steube
W. Gregory Steube
Republican · FL · Representative
Votes with party: 90.5% (587 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (8)

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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

2025-01-23

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would protect a section of Florida's Myakka River by designating it as a Wild and Scenic River, which means the federal government would work with state and local officials to preserve the river's natural character and prevent large-scale development along its banks. The designation would restrict certain activities like dam construction and mining in the protected area while allowing existing uses like fishing and recreation to continue. The protection would affect landowners, local communities, and conservation groups in the region around the river.

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Public Lands and Natural Resources
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