What is the current status of HR 1612?

HR 1612 is currently: Passed House.

Who sponsored HR 1612?

HR 1612 was sponsored by French Hill (R), Rep.

Adds 2,212 Acres to Wilderness Area

IntroducedFebruary 26, 2025

Passed House10 months ago

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House

Senate

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Waiting for a Senate floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesArkansasForests, forestry, treesGeography and mappingWilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

Why This Matters

This bill designates additional land in the Ouachita National Forest as part of the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness, protecting it from development.

If you enjoy outdoor activities in Arkansas, this bill protects an additional 2,212 acres of wilderness for future generations.

Who this affects

Outdoor enthusiasts · Conservationists · Local communities

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill adds approximately 2,212 acres to the existing Flatside Wilderness in Arkansas.
2The new area is located within the Ouachita National Forest.
3The wilderness will be officially named the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness.
4The bill does not limit the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture to manage fire, insects, or diseases in the area.

Read the detailed summary

Flatside Wilderness Additions Act This bill adds specified lands to the Flatside Wilderness in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas. The bill also redesignates the wilderness as the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness.

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Adds 2,212 Acres to Wilderness Area

IntroducedFebruary 26, 2025

Passed House10 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Waiting for a Senate floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesArkansasForests, forestry, treesGeography and mappingWilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

Why This Matters

This bill designates additional land in the Ouachita National Forest as part of the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness, protecting it from development.

If you enjoy outdoor activities in Arkansas, this bill protects an additional 2,212 acres of wilderness for future generations.

Who this affects

Outdoor enthusiasts · Conservationists · Local communities

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill adds approximately 2,212 acres to the existing Flatside Wilderness in Arkansas.
2The new area is located within the Ouachita National Forest.
3The wilderness will be officially named the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness.
4The bill does not limit the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture to manage fire, insects, or diseases in the area.

Read the detailed summary

Read full document