An act relating to the designation of State wildlands

This bill designates specific state parks, forests, and wildlife areas (including Camel's Hump State Park and multiple state forests) as "State wildlands" under new protections. It requires the Agency of Natural Resources to permanently protect these lands from development and human interference, allowing natural processes to prevail without vegetation management, logging, or water alteration. The designation applies to existing ecological reserves and lands meeting Vermont Conservation Design criteria, including all State-managed natural areas and core areas. This policy change directly affects how Vermont manages approximately 20% of its state forest lands for biodiversity and climate resilience.