S Bill 3123 Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2023-10-25

Bill 118 s 3123, also known as the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to public waters for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and other water-based sports. The bill aims to achieve this goal by addressing various issues that currently limit access to public waters. One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for identifying and addressing barriers to access, such as outdated regulations or restrictions imposed by private landowners. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve infrastructure and facilities at public water access points, such as boat ramps and docks. This is intended to make it easier for individuals to launch and retrieve their watercraft, thereby increasing overall access to public waters. Furthermore, the bill seeks to promote conservation efforts by encouraging responsible use of public waters and supporting initiatives to protect and preserve these natural resources for future generations. Overall, the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act is aimed at enhancing access to public waters for recreational purposes while also promoting conservation and responsible use of these valuable resources.

Recent Activity

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 595.

Alternative Names

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

A bill to provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

A bill to provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

A bill to provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

Associated Legislation

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

MAPWaters Act

MAPWaters Act

Policy Areas

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact

Congressional oversight

Geography and mapping

Government information and archives

Government studies and investigations

Hunting and fishing

Land use and conservation

Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Marine and inland water transportation

Navigation, waterways, harbors

Outdoor recreation

Congressional oversight

Geography and mapping

Government information and archives

Government studies and investigations

Hunting and fishing

Land use and conservation

Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Marine and inland water transportation

Navigation, waterways, harbors

Outdoor recreation

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]

Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]

Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Committees and Subcommittees

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee

Variations and Revisions

MAPWaters Act

Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act

11/22/2024, 12:03 PM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 595.Bill 118 s 3123, also known as the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to public waters for recreational activities such...
Congress
118

Number
S - 3123

Introduced on
2023-10-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/25/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 595.Bill 118 s 3123, also known as the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to public waters for recreational activities such...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Congressional oversight•
Geography and mapping•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Hunting and fishing•
Land use and conservation•
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries•
Marine and inland water transportation•
Navigation, waterways, harbors•
Outdoor recreation

Comments

APPROVED
RM
Rishi McKenzie
This bill is a joke, like seriously? Who even comes up with this stuff?

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/21/2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 595.