Mullica River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2026
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires designation of Mullica River watershed for study for potential designation as wild and scenic river Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. It relies on reporting requirements and compliance mandates. The main policy areas are Health, Energy, Healthcare, and Environment.
Who Benefits and How
The main beneficiaries are the people, organizations, or agencies identified in the bill's substantive provisions.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties, Water infrastructure operators and water users affected by the bill would take on compliance duties, and Patients and health care consumers affected by the bill would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Requires designation of Mullica River watershed for study for potential designation as wild and scenic river Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C.
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires designation of Mullica River watershed for study for potential designation as wild and scenic river Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C.
Key Policy Areas
Health, Energy, Healthcare, Environment
Primary Purpose
The bill requires designation of Mullica River watershed for study for potential designation as wild and scenic river Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
- Water infrastructure operators and water users affected by the bill
- Patients and health care consumers affected by the bill
- Energy producers and energy supply-chain firms affected by the bill
Sponsors
Andy Kim
D-NJ | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and …
Introduced in Senate
Mr. Kim (for himself and Mr. Booker) introduced the following …
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