To establish the Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area in the State of Virginia, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Tim Kaine
D-VA | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Boozman, without amendment
Mr. Kaine (for himself and Mr. Warner) introduced the following …
Mr. Kaine (for himself and Mr. Warner) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Creates a 92,562-acre National Scenic Area in Virginias George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. Protects Shenandoah Mountain for its scenic, water quality, wildlife habitat, and recreational values.
Who Benefits and How
- Outdoor recreationists gain protected scenic area with improved recreation services
- Wildlife including Cow Knob salamander receives habitat protection above 3,000 feet
- Local communities benefit from tourism and preserved natural resources
Who Bears the Burden and How
- Forest Service must manage new National Scenic Area with specific protections
- Timber and extractive industries lose potential access to designated areas
- Federal budget bears costs of managing new designation
Key Provisions
- 92,562 acres designated as National Scenic Area
- Protects water quality, scenic views, and biological resources
- Special protection for forests that may develop old-growth characteristics
- Preserves existing wilderness areas within the boundary
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Establishes Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area and designates wilderness areas in Virginia national forests
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Permanently protect Shenandoah Mountain through National Scenic Area designation"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Agriculture
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