Sarvis Creek Wilderness Completion Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill expands the Sarvis Creek Wilderness in Colorado by adding approximately 6,817 acres of land from the Routt National Forest. It amends the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 to formally include this new area within the wilderness. The bill also addresses tribal rights and allows for management activities like fire control within the expanded wilderness.
Key provisions
- Adds approximately 6,817 acres to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness in Colorado.
- Amends the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 to reflect this expansion.
- Protects treaty rights of Indian Tribes.
- Permits Indian Tribes access for traditional, religious, and cultural purposes.
- Authorizes the Secretary to manage the expanded wilderness for fire, insect, and disease control.
Who is affected
- Colorado Residents
- Indian Tribes
- U.S. Forest Service (Routt National Forest)
- Secretary of Agriculture
- Wilderness Advocates
Notable changes
- Expands the existing Sarvis Creek Wilderness.
- Specifically designates land within the Routt National Forest for inclusion.
- Establishes a clear administrative process for tribal access and use.
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