San Gabriel Mountains Protection: New Wilderness Areas and Wild Rivers Designated.
This Act permanently protects nearly 29,000 acres of land in Southern California by adding them to the National Wilderness Preservation System. This designation ensures these areas, including parts of the Angeles National Forest, are free from resource extraction and development, preserving them for conservation and non-motorized recreation. The legislation also protects key river segments and explicitly guarantees access for Indian Tribes for traditional cultural and religious purposes.
Key points
Designation or expansion of four Wilderness Areas in the San Gabriel Mountains, providing the highest level of environmental protection for approximately 29,000 acres.
Designation of about 19 miles of Little Rock Creek and its tributaries as Wild and Scenic Rivers, limiting development and pollution along these waterways.
Guaranteed access for Indian Tribes for cultural practices, including temporary closures for privacy, and authorization for continued operation of existing essential water facilities.
Introduced
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