Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act

12/20/2024, 12:03 PM

Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act

This bill establishes the Chesapeake National Recreation Area in Maryland and Virginia as a unit of the National Park System (NPS).

The Department of the Interior may acquire land and land-based resources within the recreation area boundaries by (1) donation, (2) purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, (3) exchange, or (4) transfer from another federal agency.

Interior, in consultation with the Chesapeake Executive Council, must prepare a management plan for the recreation area as specified by the bill. Interior must also conduct transportation planning, in coordination with the Department of Transportation and state transportation agencies, to minimize traffic in the surrounding community. Additionally, Interior must establish an advisory board for the recreation area.

Finally, the bill directs NPS's Chesapeake Bay office to administer the Chesapeake Gateways and Watertrails Network in coordination with the recreation area.

Bill 118 s 2620, also known as the Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area in the state of Maryland. This area would be designated for recreational use and conservation efforts, with the goal of preserving the natural beauty and resources of the Chesapeake Bay region.

The bill outlines the boundaries of the recreation area, which would encompass a significant portion of land along the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. It also specifies the types of activities that would be allowed within the recreation area, such as hiking, fishing, and boating. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the management and protection of the area, including measures to prevent pollution and preserve wildlife habitats.

If passed, the Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act would provide a valuable resource for residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay region, while also promoting conservation efforts to protect this important ecosystem. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of preserving and promoting the natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay.
Congress
118
Number
S - 2620
Introduced on
2023-07-27
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/27/2023
Text
PDF
XML

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act

This bill establishes the Chesapeake National Recreation Area in Maryland and Virginia as a unit of the National Park System (NPS).

The Department of the Interior may acquire land and land-based resources within the recreation area boundaries by (1) donation, (2) purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, (3) exchange, or (4) transfer from another federal agency.

Interior, in consultation with the Chesapeake Executive Council, must prepare a management plan for the recreation area as specified by the bill. Interior must also conduct transportation planning, in coordination with the Department of Transportation and state transportation agencies, to minimize traffic in the surrounding community. Additionally, Interior must establish an advisory board for the recreation area.

Finally, the bill directs NPS's Chesapeake Bay office to administer the Chesapeake Gateways and Watertrails Network in coordination with the recreation area.

Bill 118 s 2620, also known as the Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area in the state of Maryland. This area would be designated for recreational use and conservation efforts, with the goal of preserving the natural beauty and resources of the Chesapeake Bay region.

The bill outlines the boundaries of the recreation area, which would encompass a significant portion of land along the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. It also specifies the types of activities that would be allowed within the recreation area, such as hiking, fishing, and boating. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the management and protection of the area, including measures to prevent pollution and preserve wildlife habitats.

If passed, the Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act would provide a valuable resource for residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay region, while also promoting conservation efforts to protect this important ecosystem. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of preserving and promoting the natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Potential Impact
Advisory bodies•
Chesapeake Bay•
Geography and mapping•
Land transfers•
Land use and conservation•
Maryland•
Parks, recreation areas, trails•
Public-private cooperation•
Virginia•
Watersheds

Comments

APPROVED
JF
Jax Fernandez
@cranberry_salt_mahlab25813
This bill good for nature, me like. More parks, more fun. #ChesapeakeAct

Related

Bill Update Alert:  Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/13/2024

Chesapeake National Recreation Area Act

This bill establishes the Chesapeake National Recreation Area in Maryland and Virginia as a unit of the National Park System (NPS).

The Department of the Interior may acquire lan...

Latest Action12/19/2024
Held at the desk.