The bill would protect more federal land in Oregon for recreation and wilderness. It would stop new mining and mineral leasing in the covered areas, while keeping valid current rights in place. It also requires a wildfire risk study and fire safety plan.
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Oregon Recreation Enhancement Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
Latest action on S. 888: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who use, manage, or seek to develop federal land in parts of Oregon. Hikers, campers, hunters, anglers, and other visitors could see stronger long-term protection for outdoor use. Mining and energy companies would face new limits on future claims and leases in the covered areas. Federal land agencies would have new mapping, fire planning, and land management duties.
Why this matters: The bill matters because it would decide what can and cannot happen on large areas of federal land in Oregon. It would protect more land for recreation and wilderness, while limiting new mining and mineral development in specific places. It could also shape how federal agencies reduce wildfire risk near nearby communities. The real effects would depend on how agencies write and carry out the required plans.
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Officially: Oregon Recreation Enhancement Act
The bill would protect more federal land in Oregon for recreation and wilderness. It would stop new mining and mineral leasing in the covered areas, while keeping valid current rights in place. It also requires a wildfire risk study and fire safety plan.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S888. Modern Action explains Oregon Recreation Enhancement Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Energy and Natural Resources
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (3/6/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Oregon Recreation Enhancement Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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