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Pecos River Protection: Federal Land Mineral Extraction Ban

This act aims to protect the Pecos River area in New Mexico by prohibiting all new mineral and geothermal resource extraction activities on specific federal lands. This means the area will be safeguarded from potential pollution and environmental degradation caused by mining, which can impact water quality and the natural environment used by residents.
Key points
New mineral and geothermal resource exploration and extraction are banned on designated federal lands in the Pecos River watershed.
The goal is to protect the natural environment and water resources in the Pecos region of New Mexico.
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Print number: 117_HR_5628
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2021-10-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pecos Watershed Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5628.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New mineral and geothermal resource exploration and extraction are banned on designated federal lands in the Pecos River watershed.
  • The goal is to protect the natural environment and water resources in the Pecos region of New Mexico.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Environment