This bill would officially name 34 miles of the Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida, as a 'Wild and Scenic River.' This is a special federal status that helps protect the water and the land around it from being overdeveloped or polluted, ensuring it stays in its natural state for people to enjoy.
The river would be managed through a partnership between the federal government and local Florida agencies. This means the people who live near the river and the local cities of Venice and North Port will work together with federal officials to follow a shared plan for keeping the river healthy.
The plan protects property rights by making sure the government cannot take anyone's land through 'condemnation' or force. If the government wants to add land to the protected area, the owner must either donate it or agree to sell it voluntarily.
Different parts of the river will have different labels, like 'wild,' 'scenic,' or 'recreational.' These labels help guide what kind of activities can happen in each spot, making sure the most natural areas stay quiet and untouched while other sections remain open for public boating and recreation.
Milestones
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Dec 9, 2025Senate
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
Jul 14, 2025Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Jul 14, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025
Bill NumberS 2270
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
