What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 3033.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-04.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3033/BILLS-118s3033rs.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 443.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 3033

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge. Review our public AI processing logs for full transparency, and use Lustra to track active legislation for instant status push notifications.

Protecting Pecos Watershed and Designating Thompson Peak Wilderness Area, New Mexico.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Ban on new mining and drilling: Federal lands in the Pecos Watershed are withdrawn from mineral entry and geothermal leasing, protecting water resources. Creation of the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area (approximately 11,599 acres), ensuring its protection from industrial development. Preservation of traditional rights: Existing livestock grazing, hunting, and fishing regulations remain in effect within the new wilderness area.

This law permanently protects key federal lands in New Mexico, including the Pecos Watershed area, from new mining and drilling activities. This action safeguards water quality and the natural landscape, benefiting recreation and local ecosystems. Traditional activities like grazing and hunting are explicitly allowed to continue within the newly designated wilderness area.

Key points

Ban on new mining and drilling: Federal lands in the Pecos Watershed are withdrawn from mineral entry and geothermal leasing, protecting water resources.

Creation of the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area (approximately 11,599 acres), ensuring its protection from industrial development.

Preservation of traditional rights: Existing livestock grazing, hunting, and fishing regulations remain in effect within the new wilderness area.

article Official text account_balance Process page notifications_active Track this Bill

gavel

Status:

Expired

Record your position for audit.

Why does your vote on bills matter?

It creates raw, undeniable proof. Civic Will provides the permanent data to verify the Government's loyalty towards its citizens (explained here). Start recording it now.

Additional Information

Pecos Watershed Protection Act

Print number: S 3033

Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Process start date: 2023-10-04

System Note: Lustra is free, publicly auditable civic infrastructure, with full source code available on GitHub. You are reading sterilized legislative data, processed by our radical neutrality engine to strip political spin and retain factual mechanics. We process only official government data. Original documents remain the authoritative source, always verify them if you can.

Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025

Source data: api.congress.gov

AI work logs for this document launch

Protecting Pecos Watershed and Designating Thompson Peak Wilderness Area, New Mexico.

Key Questions about Protecting Pecos Watershed and Designating Thompson Peak Wilderness Area, New Mexico.