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

Key Points

• This bill starts a formal study to see if the Nulhegan River and Paul Stream in Vermont should be protected as "Wild and Scenic" rivers. This federal label is given to rivers with special natural or recreational value to keep them flowing freely without new dams or harmful development.
• The study covers about 22 miles of the Nulhegan River and 18 miles of Paul Stream. Experts will check the water quality, fish, and wildlife to see if these areas deserve permanent federal protection.
• If the study is successful, it could lead to a future law that preserves these rivers for generations to come. This would help protect local spots used for fishing, hiking, and boating from being changed by major construction projects.
• The Department of the Interior must finish the study within three years of receiving the necessary funding. Once the report is done, they will tell Congress whether these rivers should be officially added to the national protection list.

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