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Deerfield River Study for Wild and Scenic River System Inclusion

This act mandates a study of the Deerfield River in Massachusetts and Vermont to assess its eligibility for inclusion in the national wild and scenic rivers system. If included, it could lead to enhanced environmental protection, impacting recreational and tourism opportunities in the region.
Key points
Initiates a process to evaluate the Deerfield River and its tributaries for special environmental protection.
Within three years of funding, the Secretary of the Interior must complete the study and report to Congress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4631
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2022-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Deerfield River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4631.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Initiates a process to evaluate the Deerfield River and its tributaries for special environmental protection.
  • Within three years of funding, the Secretary of the Interior must complete the study and report to Congress.
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.

CATEGORIES

Environment