Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act: Protecting Wilderness and Recreation
This act aims to protect and manage significant federal lands in Colorado, including wilderness, recreation, and historic areas. It introduces new rules for land use, such as restrictions on motorized vehicles and timber harvesting, while promoting outdoor recreation and environmental conservation. Additionally, the act provides for land exchanges and methane capture programs, potentially impacting local economies and air quality.
Key points
Designation of new wilderness and recreation management areas, leading to increased nature protection and outdoor activity access.
Establishment of the Camp Hale National Historic Landscape, with plans for restoration and historical interpretation, potentially boosting tourism and military history education.
Withdrawal of certain lands from mineral extraction in Thompson Divide, safeguarding agricultural and recreational values, while offering compensation for existing leaseholders.
Launch of a pilot program to capture and utilize methane from coal mines, which could improve air quality and generate economic benefits.
Creation of the Curecanti National Recreation Area, with rules for recreation, land management, and water rights, affecting access to lakes and rivers.
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