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Housatonic Wild and Scenic River Act of 2022 introdeuced

Senator Chris Murphy and 5th District Congresswoman Jahana Hayes have introduced the Housatonic Wild and Scenic River Act of 2022, which would create a U.S. National Park Service protective designation for 41 miles of the Housatonic River, running through  New Milford, Kent, and elsewhere. The designation would bring federal resources to the towns along the river to support conservation efforts, especially as recreation use has increased since the start of COVID-19. In February, Murphy and Hayes held a roundtable in Kent with conservation leaders and local stakeholders to discuss the importance of protecting the Housatonic River and gather feedback on the legislation.  Murphy says this designation will help preserve the river’s beauty, ecological diversity, and recreational opportunities for generations.  Hayes says with the effects of climate change on the rise, this brings critical funding to protect the rich ecosystem along the 41 miles of the river.

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