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Arctic Refuge Protection: New Wilderness Designation

This act aims to designate a large portion of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska as wilderness. This means the area will be protected from human development and activity, potentially impacting future access to and use of natural resources.
Key points
Designation of approximately 1.5 million acres of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness.
This area will be subject to strict protection, limiting economic activity and infrastructure development.
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Print number: 117_S_282
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Arctic Refuge Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_282.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of approximately 1.5 million acres of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness.
  • This area will be subject to strict protection, limiting economic activity and infrastructure development.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Environment