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Oregon Land Protection: New Recreation Areas, Wilderness Expansion, and Wildfire Safety

This law designates over 187,000 acres of federal land in Oregon as the Rogue Canyon and Molalla Recreation Areas and expands the Wild Rogue Wilderness. For citizens, this ensures the preservation of recreational lands, withdraws these areas from mining and mineral leasing, and mandates the creation of wildfire risk assessments and mitigation plans, including evacuation routes.
Key points
Designates new recreation areas and expands the Wild Rogue Wilderness, withdrawing these lands from mining and mineral leasing laws.
Requires wildfire risk assessments and mitigation plans, which must include vegetation management and evacuation routes for nearby communities.
Prohibits the construction of new permanent roads within the designated recreation areas, except as necessary for public safety.
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Print number: 118_S_440
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2023-02-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Oregon Recreation Enhancement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_440.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designates new recreation areas and expands the Wild Rogue Wilderness, withdrawing these lands from mining and mineral leasing laws.
  • Requires wildfire risk assessments and mitigation plans, which must include vegetation management and evacuation routes for nearby communities.
  • Prohibits the construction of new permanent roads within the designated recreation areas, except as necessary for public safety.
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. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 123.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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