Smith River National Recreation Area Expansion Act

The Smith River National Recreation Area Expansion Act (HR 5041) adds approximately 555 acres of land, including the Cedar Creek Parcel in Oregon, to the existing recreation area, expanding its boundaries into Oregon for the first time. It designates 24 specific river segments in Oregon as "wild" or "recreational" under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, protecting their ecological values. The bill requires a 5-year study of ecological features (like wetlands, forests, and wildlife habitats) in the expanded area, followed by updated management plans to protect these values. It also ensures tribal access for cultural activities and maintains existing protections for tribal rights, wildfire management, and forest health projects within the recreation area.