Bill targets one-stop online maps for federal waterway access and fishing rules nationwide
MAPWaters Act of 2025
The MAPWaters Act of 2025 became law on December 25, 2025. Because the bill is now law, it is no longer moving through Congress and is instead being put into practice by federal agencies. No new legislative action has occurred since December 2025.
This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 6127 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 6127 (118th) →How this policy affects specific groups of people
Became Public Law No: 119-62.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8766-8768)
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Lawmakers voted overwhelmingly for the MAPWaters Act of 2025, which would require Interior and the Forest Service to create unified online maps of where boating, swimming and fishing are allowed on federal waterways.
Marine industry groups praised the MAPWaters Act for directing Interior and the Forest Service to publish consistent online maps of ramps, channels and restricted areas, helping boaters navigate federal waters.
Field & Stream breaks down how the MAPWaters Act of 2025 would create a national standard for mapping federal water access, outlining how quickly ramp openings, seasonal closures and gear restrictions must be updated online.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
MAPWaters Act of 2025
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