Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025

January 23, 2025

environment conservation rivers public lands

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Where This Stands

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Passed

Signed

Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.Jan 23, 2025

Lead sponsor

W. Steube

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

If passed, this legislation would grant federal protection to the Myakka River, which restricts certain types of development and federal projects along the river corridor.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Residents living along the Myakka River

Property owners and residents in the river corridor may be subject to new federal land-use regulations if the designation is approved.

House Committee on Natural Resources

The committee is responsible for reviewing, amending, or voting on whether to advance the bill to the full House.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes the designation of the Myakka River as a '' under federal law. It has been introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under review by the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Why It Matters

If passed, this legislation would grant federal protection to the Myakka River, which restricts certain types of development and federal projects along the river corridor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for a river to be 'Wild and Scenic'?

Under the s Act, rivers are protected from certain federal projects, such as dam construction, to preserve their free-flowing condition and unique natural, cultural, or recreational values.

Has this bill become law?

No, the bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a committee.

Key Facts

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