Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Expansion: Rim of the Valley Protection
This act aims to expand the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor. This will bring more green spaces, rich in history and nature, under protection, providing new recreational and educational opportunities for residents, including those from urban areas. Importantly, the act does not allow for forced acquisition of private land.
Key points
Expansion of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor, increasing access to recreational areas.
Protection of valuable natural and cultural resources, such as unique geological formations, archaeological sites, and biodiversity.
No eminent domain allowed for private land acquisition – land can only be acquired through exchange, donation, or purchase from a willing seller.
The act does not affect existing property rights, public access to non-federal land, or the operations of utility and water facilities.
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