What does Preamble of Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. It seeks to designate a portion of the Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida, as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The bill's stated purpose is 'to designate the portion of the Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida, as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025.

What does FINDINGS. of Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025 do?

This section outlines findings related to the Myakka River and its potential inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Section 5(a)(70) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act mandates a study of the Myakka River. The study concluded that the Myakka River is eligible for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The State of Florida has demonstrated commitment to protecting the Myakka River through the Myakka River Wild and Scenic Designation and Protection Act. Sarasota County, Venice, and North Port, Florida, have also shown commitment through land use plans and regulations. There is strong public, state, and local agency support for designating the Myakka River as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. A portion of the Myakka River is within Myakka River State Park, and other segments contain conservation land.

What does DESIGNATION OF MYAKKA RIVER, FLORIDA, AS A COMPONENT OF THE of Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Myakka River in Florida as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Approximately 34 miles of the Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida, are designated. The segments are to be administered by the Secretary of the Interior in partnership with the Myakka River Management Coordinating Council. Specific segments are classified as scenic, wild, or recreational rivers. The 8.0-mile segment from the Manatee County/Sarasota County line to S.R. 72 is designated as a scenic river. The 11.2-mile segment from S.R. 72 to Laurel Road is designated as a wild river. Segments from Laurel Road to U.S. 41 and from U.S. 41 to the Charlotte County Line are designated as scenic rivers.

What does SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO MYAKKA RIVER. of Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes definitions related to the Myakka River, including the term 'comprehensive management plan,' 'Council,' 'Myakka River,' 'Secretary,' and 'State'. The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with various entities, including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, local jurisdictions, Sarasota County, and cities within the State, to protect, preserve, and enhance the Myakka River. These cooperative agreements do not constitute National Park Service administration or cause the Myakka River to be considered a unit of the National Park System. The management of publicly or privately owned land within the Myakka River watershed is not affected by this section or any cooperative agreements. The Secretary may provide technical assistance and funding for updating and implementing the comprehensive management plan. Land acquisition for the Myakka River is limited to donations or acquisitions with the owner's consent; condemnation is prohibited. The Secretary is required to coordinate management responsibilities with the Myakka River Management Council in updating and implementing the comprehensive management plan. The Secretary shall select a representative from the National Park Service to be added to the Council.

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Myakka Wild and Scenic River Act of 2025

Last updated: 12/9/2025 · Introduced: 7/14/2025

Author: Rick Scott (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill designates approximately 34 miles of the Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida, as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
The bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with state and local entities through cooperative agreements to protect and manage the Myakka River, without impacting existing land ownership or considering it a unit of the National Park System.
Land acquisition for the Myakka River is restricted to donations or voluntary sales, and condemnation is prohibited.

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