H.R. 3874: Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act (119th Congress) Bill Summary

The Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act is a bill that aims to expand the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area by adjusting its boundaries to include an area known as the Rim of the Valley Corridor. Here are the main components of the bill:

Boundary Adjustment

The bill proposes to alter the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. This will involve:

Including land, water, and interests in land and water that are depicted on specific maps, including the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Santa Monica Mountains Zone, California, and the Proposed Addition—Rim of the Valley Unit Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Making these maps available for public inspection at the appropriate National Park Service offices.
Allowing for minor revisions to the boundaries after notifying relevant congressional committees.

Administration

Any land or interest in land acquired within the new Rim of the Valley Unit will be managed as part of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. This administration will be in line with existing laws and regulations applicable to the National Recreation Area.

Utilities and Water Resource Facilities

The addition of the Rim of the Valley Unit to the recreation area is designed to ensure that it does not disrupt the functioning of existing utilities and water resource facilities located within this new boundary. However, any activities related to these facilities must be carried out in a way that minimizes impact on the natural resources of the Rim of the Valley Unit.

General Purpose

The primary purpose of this bill is to enhance the preservation of open space and natural resources in the Rim of the Valley Corridor while ensuring that the operations of utilities and water facilities continue without hindrance. The proposed area aims to provide additional recreational opportunities for the public and protect the environment within the Santa Monica Mountains region.

Potential Impacts

The bill seeks to offer better management of the added lands to promote conservation and recreational opportunities while balancing the needs of infrastructure and utilities within the area.