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US SB3526

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Alex Padilla

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Designates approximately 309,000 acres of new wilderness areas across California, including lands in Los Padres National Forest, San Bernardino National Forest, and Cleveland National Forest

  • Establishes new National Recreation Areas and expands protections for wild and scenic rivers throughout the state

  • Withdraws designated federal lands from mining, mineral leasing, and geothermal leasing to preserve natural landscapes

  • Authorizes funding for land acquisition, habitat restoration, and improved recreational access on protected public lands

  • Provides for tribal co-management opportunities and consultation requirements for lands with cultural significance to Native American communities

Legislative Description

PUBLIC Lands Act Protecting Unique and Beautiful Landscapes by Investing in California Lands Act

Public lands and natural resources

Last Action

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy And Natural Resources12/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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