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Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-3542| Senate 
| Updated: 12/17/2025
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (1)
Andy Kim (Democratic)

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act by designating the Upper Raritan River Watershed in New Jersey for a comprehensive study. The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the watershed's eligibility for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System , aiming to preserve its outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values. Specifically, the study will encompass segments of the North Branch Raritan River, the South Branch Raritan River, and the Lamington-Black River, including all their tributaries within the designated watershed. The Secretary of the Interior is mandated to complete this study and submit a detailed report to Congress within three years after funds are made available for this purpose. This report will describe the study's findings and recommendations regarding the watershed's suitability for protection under the Act.
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Oct 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-5852
Introduced in House
Dec 17, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Dec 17, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  • October 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-5852
    Introduced in House


  • December 17, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • December 17, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • HR 119-5852: Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-3542| Senate 
| Updated: 12/17/2025
This bill proposes to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act by designating the Upper Raritan River Watershed in New Jersey for a comprehensive study. The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the watershed's eligibility for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System , aiming to preserve its outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values. Specifically, the study will encompass segments of the North Branch Raritan River, the South Branch Raritan River, and the Lamington-Black River, including all their tributaries within the designated watershed. The Secretary of the Interior is mandated to complete this study and submit a detailed report to Congress within three years after funds are made available for this purpose. This report will describe the study's findings and recommendations regarding the watershed's suitability for protection under the Act.
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Timeline
Oct 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-5852
Introduced in House
Dec 17, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Dec 17, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  • October 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-5852
    Introduced in House


  • December 17, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • December 17, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (1)
Andy Kim (Democratic)

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • HR 119-5852: Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted