Santa Monica Mountains National Park Expansion: Rim of the Valley Corridor 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 unique natural and historical areas under protection, ensuring better access to nature for urban residents and preserving important sites for future generations. It will not affect the operation of existing public utilities.
Key points
Expansion of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor, increasing areas for recreation and nature conservation.
Protection of valuable natural resources, such as unique geological formations, biodiversity, and historically and archaeologically significant sites.
Providing better access to green spaces for urban communities, including those previously with limited access to national parks.
The act will not affect the operation, maintenance, or modification of existing public utilities and water resource facilities within the newly added area.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5881
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2023-10-03