Pecos Watershed Protection Act
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
The Pecos Watershed Protection Act designates the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area in New Mexico and withdraws certain Federal land within the Pecos Watershed from mineral entry and other uses. This protects approximately 11,599 acres of land managed by the Forest Service. The Act also clarifies administrative procedures for the wilderness area, including ongoing grazing practices and wildfire management, while maintaining existing State authority over fish and wildlife management.
Key provisions
- Withdraws Federal land in the Pecos Watershed from mineral entry, appropriation, and disposal.
- Designates the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area in New Mexico.
- Establishes a map and legal description of the wilderness area for official record.
- Allows continuation of existing livestock grazing within the wilderness area.
- Authorizes the Secretary to manage the wilderness area for wildfire, insect, and disease control.
- Preserves State authority over fish and wildlife management.
- Clarifies that the designation of the wilderness area does not create protective perimeters.
- Specifies that any land acquired by the US after enactment will be added to the wilderness area.
Who is affected
- State of New Mexico
- Forest Service
- Landowners within the Pecos Watershed
- Grazing Industry
- Federal Government
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