Pecos Watershed Protection Act
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- Passed House
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Overview
The Pecos Watershed Protection Act withdraws certain federal land in the Pecos Watershed area of New Mexico from various forms of mineral entry, appropriation, and disposal. It also designates the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area, encompassing approximately 11,599 acres, as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. The Act aims to protect this area while allowing for existing grazing practices and wildfire management, and ensures continued state jurisdiction 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.
- Requires the filing of a map and legal description of the wilderness area with Congress.
- Allows for the continuation of existing livestock grazing within the wilderness area.
- Authorizes the Secretary to manage the wilderness area to control fire, insects, and diseases.
- Maintains state jurisdiction over fish and wildlife management.
- Specifies that the Act does not create protective perimeters around the wilderness area.
- Provides for the addition of acquired land within the wilderness area to its boundaries.
Who is affected
- Federal Government
- State of New Mexico
- Forest Service
- Local Communities in the Pecos Watershed
- Mineral Leasing Industry
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