San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025

# San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish new protections for the San Gabriel Mountains, foothills, and river systems in Southern California. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available summary, bills with this title typically aim to protect public lands from development, restrict certain mining or logging activities, designate wilderness areas, and preserve water resources and ecosystems in the region. **Who It Affects** The legislation would primarily affect residents and communities in the San Gabriel Mountains area (located in Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties), as well as anyone who uses these public lands for recreation. It could also impact local businesses involved in resource extraction or development, and federal land management agencies like the U.S.

Forest Service that oversee the area. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Judy Chu (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. For more details on the specific protections and restrictions the bill proposes, you would need to review the full legislative text.