What does DESIGNATION OF WILDERNESS. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section designates certain federal land within the Angeles National Forest in California as wilderness areas. Approximately 8,207 acres are designated as the 'Condor Peak Wilderness'. Approximately 2,032 acres are added to the 'San Gabriel Wilderness'. Approximately 11,938 acres are added to the 'Sheep Mountain Wilderness'. Approximately 6,694 acres are designated as the 'Yerba Buena Wilderness'.

What does ADMINISTRATION OF WILDERNESS. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section outlines the administration of wilderness areas designated under section 101, placing them under the Secretary of Agriculture's jurisdiction. The Secretary of Agriculture is authorized to conduct fire management activities within wilderness areas, including revising fire management plans shortly after the Act's enactment. Funding for fire and fuels management within wilderness areas is not restricted by this title. The Secretary must establish agency approval procedures for fire emergencies within one year of the Act's enactment and may enter into agreements with state or local firefighting agencies. California's jurisdiction and responsibilities regarding fish and wildlife are not affected by this title. The Secretary may conduct management activities to maintain or restore fish, wildlife, or plant populations, adhering to wilderness management plans and the Wilderness Act. This section explicitly states that no protective perimeter or buffer zone is established around wilderness areas. Low-level military overflights, designation of special airspace, and military flight training routes are not precluded within wilderness areas. Horseback riding and the entry of saddle or pack stock are permitted, subject to conditions determined by the Secretary of Agriculture. Wilderness areas are withdrawn from various forms of entry, appropriation, disposal, mining, and mineral leasing. Land acquired by the United States within a wilderness area boundary automatically becomes part of that wilderness area and is managed according to the Wilderness Act.

What does WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS DESIGNATION. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 3(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. It designates several segments of Little Rock Creek and its tributaries in California as wild, recreational, or scenic rivers. The segments are to be administered by the Secretary of Agriculture. A 10.3-mile segment of Little Rock Creek is designated as a wild river. A 6.6-mile segment of Little Rock Creek is designated as a recreational river. Segments of Cooper Canyon Creek are designated as scenic and wild rivers. A segment of Buckhorn Creek is designated as a wild river.

What does WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS STUDY. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate specific segments of the East, North, and West forks of the San Gabriel River in California for study. The amendments add designations (147-149) to Section 5(a) of the Act, specifying the river segments and their lengths. The amendments also add designation (24) to Section 5(b) of the Act, requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to complete studies of the designated segments within three years of funding. The Secretary of Agriculture must submit a report to Congress describing the results of these studies. The studies must identify opportunities for partnership with various stakeholders in administering the river segments.

What does MAPS AND LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section directs the Secretary of Agriculture to create maps and legal descriptions of each wilderness area. These maps and descriptions will have the same legal effect as if included in the title of the Act. The Secretary of Agriculture can correct clerical or typographical errors in the maps and descriptions. The maps and legal descriptions will be publicly available for inspection at Forest Service offices.

What does UPDATES TO LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANS. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Agriculture to update management plans for the Angeles National Forest. The updates must incorporate designations and studies mandated by this Act. These updates are to be implemented as soon as practicable after the Act's enactment.

What does USE BY MEMBERS OF INDIAN TRIBES. of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section concerns access to designated wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, and wild scenic river study streams for members of Indian Tribes. The Secretary of Agriculture must ensure Indian Tribes have access for traditional cultural and religious purposes, consistent with the Wilderness Act. The Secretary of Agriculture may temporarily close portions of these areas to the general public upon request from an Indian Tribe to protect privacy during traditional cultural and religious activities. Any temporary closures must affect the smallest practicable area for the minimum time necessary and be consistent with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act, the Wilderness Act, and the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.

What does REAUTHORIZATION OF EXISTING WATER FACILITIES IN PLEASANT VIEW of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section reauthorizes the continued use of existing water facilities located on National Forest System land within the Pleasant View Ridge Wilderness. The Secretary of Agriculture may issue a special use authorization for these facilities. To qualify, the facility must have existed before the wilderness area's designation, been in continuous use for beneficial water delivery, and the owner must hold a valid, pre-designation water right under State law. Relocation of the facility outside the wilderness must be deemed impractical or infeasible. Any authorization will be subject to terms and conditions determined by the Secretary to protect wilderness resources and values.

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San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025

Q: What does Preamble of San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled 'To provide for conservation on Federal lands in Southern California, and for other purposes.'

Last updated: 12/17/2025 · Introduced: 12/17/2025

Author: Judy Chu (D-CA)

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This bill designates approximately 29,700 acres within the Angeles National Forest as wilderness areas, including the Condor Peak, San Gabriel, Sheep Mountain, and Yerba Buena Wilderness areas.
The bill designates segments of Little Rock Creek and Cooper Canyon Creek as wild, recreational, or scenic rivers, and directs the Secretary of Agriculture to administer these areas.
It mandates a study of specific segments of the San Gabriel River’s East, North, and West forks to assess their potential for wild and scenic river designation.
The bill requires updates to the Angeles National Forest’s land and resource management plans to incorporate the new wilderness and river designations and study areas.
It ensures members of Indian Tribes have continued access to designated wilderness areas and rivers for traditional cultural and religious purposes, allowing for temporary closures to the general public when requested.

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