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This bill amends the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate the Upper Raritan River Watershed in New Jersey for a comprehensive study to evaluate its potential inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Specifically, the bill identifies specific river segments for study, including the North Branch Raritan River, the South Branch Raritan River, the Lamington-Black River, and their tributaries within the watershed. The legislation requires the Secretary of the Interior to complete a detailed study within 3 years of receiving funding and submit a report to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and the House Committee on Natural Resources. The study will examine the rivers' characteristics and determine whether they meet the criteria for designation as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, which protects rivers with outstanding recreational, scenic, geological, fish and wildlife, historical, cultural, or other similar values. This study is a preliminary step that could potentially lead to federal protection and conservation of these river segments in New Jersey.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5852/all-info