Chama Basin Watershed Protection Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (6 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
What this bill does
H.R. 10054 would withdraw certain federal land in the Rio Chama Watershed area of New Mexico from mineral entry—meaning that land would be made off-limits to new mining claims and mineral development. Beyond this stated purpose, the specific boundaries of the land, the duration of the withdrawal, and any additional provisions ("and for other purposes") are not yet known, since the bill's full text has not been published.
The bill would primarily affect the Rio Chama Watershed area of New Mexico, including any individuals, companies, or entities that might otherwise seek mineral or mining rights on the affected federal land. It could also be of interest to residents, land managers, and conservation or recreation interests connected to that watershed, though the bill's precise scope of impact cannot be determined until the text is released.
The bill was introduced on August 6, 2026, by Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM), and its status is currently "Introduced," with "Introduced" also listed as the latest action. This means it has just entered the legislative process. Typically, a bill at this stage would next be referred to a relevant House committee for consideration before any further action, such as a committee vote, could occur. No further action has yet taken place.
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Timeline
6 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10054 do?
- H.R. 10054 would withdraw certain federal land in the Rio Chama Watershed area of New Mexico from mineral entry—meaning that land would be made off-limits to new mining claims and mineral development. Beyond this stated purpose, the specific boundaries of the land, the duration of the withdrawal, and any additional provisions ("and for other purposes") are not yet known, since the bill's full text has not been published. The bill would primarily affect the Rio Chama Watershed area of New Mexico, including any individuals, companies, or entities that might otherwise seek mineral or mining rights on the affected federal land. It could also be of interest to residents, land managers, and conservation or recreation interests connected to that watershed, though the bill's precise scope of impact cannot be determined until the text is released. The bill was introduced on August 6, 2026, by Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM), and its status is currently "Introduced," with "Introduced" also listed as the latest action. This means it has just entered the legislative process. Typically, a bill at this stage would next be referred to a relevant House committee for consideration before any further action, such as a committee vote, could occur. No further action has yet taken place.
- Has H.R. 10054 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10054. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10054?
- H.R. 10054 was sponsored by Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3] (D-NM), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10054?
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. (6 Aug 2026).
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