Hatchie River Study Bill

Official: Hatchie River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

IntroducedFebruary 4, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill proposes a study of the Hatchie River in Tennessee to evaluate its potential inclusion in a national protection program for rivers. This matters because it could lead to better conservation efforts for the river and its surrounding environment.

If you live near the Hatchie River, this study could lead to new protections for your local environment.

Affects: Local communities and environmental groups in Tennessee could be directly impacted by the study and its outcomes.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill would study a segment of the Hatchie River in Tennessee. 2. The study aims to see if this river segment should be added to a special protection system. 3. The Secretary of the Interior must complete the study within three years. 4. The study will involve local and community groups in its planning. 5. A report on the study's findings will be submitted to Congress.

Who is affected?

Local communities and environmental groups in Tennessee could be directly impacted by the study and its outcomes.