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To designate certain National Forest System land and certain public land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, wildland recovery areas, and biological connecting corridors, and for other purposes.
3/28/2025, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2420
Bill 119 hr 2420, also known as the "Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act," aims to designate certain National Forest System land and public land in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming as wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, wildland recovery areas, and biological connecting corridors.
The bill seeks to protect these areas from development and preserve their natural beauty and ecological significance. By designating these lands as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, and other protected areas, the bill aims to ensure that they remain untouched and undisturbed for future generations to enjoy.
In addition to designating these areas for protection, the bill also includes provisions for the management and conservation of these lands, including measures to prevent wildfires, protect wildlife habitats, and promote sustainable recreation opportunities. Overall, the "Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act" is aimed at preserving and protecting the natural beauty and ecological diversity of these areas for the benefit of current and future generations.
The bill seeks to protect these areas from development and preserve their natural beauty and ecological significance. By designating these lands as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, and other protected areas, the bill aims to ensure that they remain untouched and undisturbed for future generations to enjoy.
In addition to designating these areas for protection, the bill also includes provisions for the management and conservation of these lands, including measures to prevent wildfires, protect wildlife habitats, and promote sustainable recreation opportunities. Overall, the "Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act" is aimed at preserving and protecting the natural beauty and ecological diversity of these areas for the benefit of current and future generations.
Current Status of Bill HR 2420
Bill HR 2420 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2420 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2420's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of March 27, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2420
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2420
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2420
To designate certain National Forest System land and certain public land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, wildland recovery areas, and biological connecting corridors, and for other purposes.
To designate certain National Forest System land and certain public land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, wildland recovery areas, and biological connecting corridors, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2420
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