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Protecting Gila Rivers in New Mexico: Wild and Scenic Designations

This act protects specific segments of the Gila River system in New Mexico by designating them as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The goal is to preserve clean water, wildlife habitats, and recreational opportunities for current and future generations. Importantly, the act ensures that existing rights, such as property, water, and grazing rights, remain unaffected.
Key points
Designation of numerous river segments in New Mexico (totaling over 400 miles) as wild, scenic, or recreational.
Preservation of public access to public lands along the rivers and support for traditional activities like hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
Protection of existing private property rights, water rights, irrigation systems, and agricultural operations, with no land acquisition without owner consent.
Transfer of administrative jurisdiction for approximately 440 acres from the Forest Service to the National Park Service to modify the boundary of Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.
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Additional Information
M.H. Dutch Salmon Greater Gila Wild and Scenic River Act
Print number: S 3129
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2021-11-02