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Protecting Roadless Forest Areas: Clean Water and Recreation

This act aims to permanently protect roadless forest areas within the National Forest System, ensuring access to clean drinking water for millions of citizens. It prohibits road construction and logging in these areas, supporting outdoor recreation and wildlife preservation. Citizens will continue to benefit from these lands for hiking, fishing, and hunting, and enjoy the advantages of preserved natural ecosystems.
Key points
Ensuring Clean Water: Protecting roadless areas helps maintain healthy watersheds, providing clean drinking water for tens of millions of people and reducing water filtration costs.
Recreational Opportunities: These areas offer unparalleled opportunities for hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, fishing, and hunting, which are vital for citizens' health and leisure.
Nature Protection: The act safeguards habitats for many imperiled species, prevents landscape fragmentation, and curbs the spread of invasive species, supporting biodiversity.
Support for Local Economy: These areas are crucial for recreation-based economies, providing jobs and revenue in communities dependent on tourism.
No New Limitations: The act does not impose new restrictions on access to lands outside roadless areas, nor does it affect existing hydropower projects.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3853
Sponsor: Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3853.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensuring Clean Water: Protecting roadless areas helps maintain healthy watersheds, providing clean drinking water for tens of millions of people and reducing water filtration costs.
  • Recreational Opportunities: These areas offer unparalleled opportunities for hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, fishing, and hunting, which are vital for citizens' health and leisure.
  • Nature Protection: The act safeguards habitats for many imperiled species, prevents landscape fragmentation, and curbs the spread of invasive species, supporting biodiversity.
  • Support for Local Economy: These areas are crucial for recreation-based economies, providing jobs and revenue in communities dependent on tourism.
  • No New Limitations: The act does not impose new restrictions on access to lands outside roadless areas, nor does it affect existing hydropower projects.
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 Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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