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MAWS Act of 2026

Introduced
Jul 7, 2025
Cosponsors
10
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes the MAWS Act of 2026, which likely modifies or amends existing laws related to public lands and natural resources, but specific details are unclear. Requires further review of the bill's text to determine its exact actions.

Sponsored By

Sarah Elfreth
Democrat · Maryland · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jul 7, 2025
  5. Mar 18, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill could affect individuals and groups who use or manage public lands and natural resources, such as outdoor recreationists, conservationists, and land managers. The specific impact is unclear without more details, but it may change how these resources are protected, used, or accessed.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
11backers
  • Democratic7
  • Republican4
Cross-party cosponsors4 · 40%
Latest floor voteMar 17, 2026
320–66

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (10)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Commerce
IntroducedJul 7, 2025
Last UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.