Bill · H.R. 2451· House(119-HR-2451)
Deerfield River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 3/27/2025
- Last activity
- 3/27/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- James McGovern
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Deerfield River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025," seeks to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. It directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study of the Deerfield River located in Massachusetts and Vermont. The study is intended to evaluate the river for potential addition to the national wild and scenic rivers system. This includes the entire river, its branches, and major tributaries. The Secretary must complete the study and submit a report to Congress within three years of receiving funds.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
The study may lead to formal protection of the Deerfield River system under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+2
The study evaluates the river for inclusion in the national wild and scenic rivers system, which enhances public land management.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+2
Preserving river systems can benefit local rural economies and recreational opportunities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Evaluation for National Protection: The bill directs a study to determine if the Deerfield River should be added to the national wild and scenic rivers system (Section 2, subsection (a)(147)). This study could lead to the river being officially recognized and protected.
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Comprehensive Scope of Study: The study covers the entire river, including the North, South, East, and West Branches, as well as major tributaries like the Green River and others (Section 2, subsection (a)(147)). This ensures a broad look at the entire river system in Massachusetts and Vermont.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Public Land Management+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+1
- 3/27/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House
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