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119-hr-3181119th Congress

Nulhegan River and Paul Stream Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Representative Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large]

Introduced

Summary

This bill would require a formal study of two Vermont river segments for possible inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. It would identify the roughly 22-mile main stem of the Nulhegan River, including its North, Yellow, Black, and East Branches, and the roughly 18-mile Paul Stream for study, and direct the Secretary of the Interior to complete the study and send Congress a report within three years after funds are made available.

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Federal study of two Vermont rivers

If enacted, this would order a federal study for possible Wild and Scenic protection. It would cover about 22 miles of the Nulhegan River, from near Nulhegan Pond to the Connecticut River, including the North, Yellow, Black, and East Branches. It would also cover about 18 miles of Paul Stream, from West Mountain to the Connecticut River, plus any tributaries. The Secretary of the Interior would have to finish the study and report to Congress within 3 years after funds are available. The study designation would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large]

VT • D

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

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