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Protecting Wilderness and Rivers in Olympic National Forest

This act expands protected areas in Washington's Olympic National Forest, creating new wilderness zones and adding rivers to the wild and scenic rivers system. Its purpose is to preserve the natural environment, which may affect recreational access to some areas but ensures protection for future generations.
Key points
Designation of approximately 126,554 acres in Olympic National Forest as new wilderness areas, ensuring strict protection for these lands.
Addition of numerous rivers and their segments within Olympic National Forest and Olympic National Park to the national wild and scenic rivers system, protecting them from development and pollution.
Assurance that existing rights, such as water rights or Native American treaty rights, remain unaffected, which is important for local communities and the economy.
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Additional Information
Wild Olympics Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Print number: S 455
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2021-02-25