The Sarvis Creek Wilderness Completion Act
November 21, 2024
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The Frame
The bill changes the legal status of 6,817 acres of federal land in Colorado, restricting future commercial development and motorized access to preserve the area's wilderness character.
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Indian Tribes
The bill preserves their treaty rights and provides a framework for access to the land for traditional, religious, and cultural purposes.
Secretary of Agriculture
The Secretary is granted authority to manage the new wilderness addition, including fire and disease control measures.
Last recorded activity November 21, 2024.
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Key Facts
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Why It Matters
The bill changes the legal status of 6,817 acres of federal land in Colorado, restricting future commercial development and motorized access to preserve the area's wilderness character.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to the land once it is added to the wilderness?
Will this bill affect tribal access to the land?
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Wilderness Expansion
The bill utilizes a specific map dated February 26, 2024, to define the boundaries of the expansion, indicating recent survey work.
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Analysis Score
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