Hermosa Creek Bill Passes House

Dec 4, 2014 Issues: Energy Environment and Public Lands

Hermosa Creek Bill Passes House

WASHINGTON—Today, the Hermosa Creek Watershed Protection Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives as part of a legislative package (HR. 4435).

“The Hermosa Creek Watershed Protection Act is well on the way to becoming law,” said Congressman Scott Tipton. “This is a victory for the people of Southwest Colorado, who worked together to provide momentum for this effort to ensure that the region remains protected and that multiple use of the land continues for future generations.”

The language, which was agreed upon by Congressman Tipton, Senator Michael Bennet and community stakeholders in November, includes wilderness protections and multiple use access for existing activities like grazing and snowmobiling in designated areas. A Senate vote is expected to follow soon.

Learn more about the bill and community support for it HERE.