Northwest California Wilderness, Recreation, and Working Forests Act
Sponsored By: Representative Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Introduced
Summary
This bill would set aside and manage public lands in Northern California to restore and protect forests, rivers, and recreation areas. It uses a mix of restoration designations, wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers protections, partnerships, and new trail projects to reduce wildfire risk, improve habitat, and expand outdoor recreation.
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- Rural communities and nearby residents: Would establish the South Fork Trinity–Mad River Restoration Area on about 871,400 acres of Federal land to restore fire‑resilient forests, protect water quality, support anadromous fisheries, and reduce wildfire threats to adjacent towns.
- Tribes, anglers, and recreation users: Would designate many new wilderness areas and additions, including a 62,474‑acre addition to the Trinity Alps and a 29,594‑acre addition to the Siskiyou Wilderness, and add numerous river segments to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System to protect habitat and nonmotorized recreation.
- Federal land managers, local governments, and nonprofits: Would create the California Public Land Remediation Partnership to coordinate grants, cleanups, and research on lands harmed by illegal cultivation, and would require feasibility studies and partnership authority for trails, visitor centers, and OHV management, with several studies due within three years.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
CA • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
CA • D
Sponsored 12/19/2025
Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28]
CA • D
Sponsored 12/19/2025
Lofgren
CA • D
Sponsored 12/19/2025
Roll Call Votes
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