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BillHR 7425 · 119

Colorado Wilderness Act of 2026

Introduced
Feb 9, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Designates certain lands in Colorado as protected wilderness areas, adding them to the National Wilderness Preservation System. This means these areas will be preserved in their natural state and protected from development.

Sponsored By

Diana DeGette
Democrat · Colorado · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 9, 2026
  2. Feb 9, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects outdoor enthusiasts, local communities, and wildlife in Colorado by preserving natural areas for recreation and conservation. It also impacts the state's ecosystem and economy by protecting sensitive environments and potentially boosting tourism.

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
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
Last UpdatedFeb 9, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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.