A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain river segments in the State of Oregon as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.
Latest action (30 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
Senate Bill 5647, introduced by Senator Ron Wyden, is a proposed law that would make changes to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Specifically, the bill aims to add certain river segments located in Oregon to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The title of the bill also indicates it includes "other purposes," but the exact nature of these additional provisions is not yet publicly detailed.
If enacted, this bill would impact the management and protection of these designated Oregon river segments. Rivers within the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System receive special conservation measures to protect their natural, cultural, and recreational values. The bill's passage would mean these specific Oregon rivers would be subject to the protections and guidelines established by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
Currently, Senate Bill 5647 has been introduced in the 119th Congress as of September 30, 2026. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it is at the very beginning of the legislative process. For the bill to become law, it would need to be considered and passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then signed by the President. The full text of the bill, which would outline all its specific details and provisions, has not yet been published.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 30, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5647 do?
- Senate Bill 5647, introduced by Senator Ron Wyden, is a proposed law that would make changes to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Specifically, the bill aims to add certain river segments located in Oregon to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The title of the bill also indicates it includes "other purposes," but the exact nature of these additional provisions is not yet publicly detailed. If enacted, this bill would impact the management and protection of these designated Oregon river segments. Rivers within the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System receive special conservation measures to protect their natural, cultural, and recreational values. The bill's passage would mean these specific Oregon rivers would be subject to the protections and guidelines established by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Currently, Senate Bill 5647 has been introduced in the 119th Congress as of September 30, 2026. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it is at the very beginning of the legislative process. For the bill to become law, it would need to be considered and passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then signed by the President. The full text of the bill, which would outline all its specific details and provisions, has not yet been published.
- Has S. 5647 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Sep 2026, S. 5647 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5647?
- S. 5647 was sponsored by Sen. Ron Wyden [D-OR] (Democrat-OR), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5647?
- Introduced (30 Sep 2026).
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