Bill Explanation

This bill, also known as the Clear Creek National Recreation Area and Conservation Act, aims to establish the Clear Creek National Recreation Area in San Benito and Fresno Counties, California. It also designates the Joaquin Rocks Wilderness in the same counties.

The bill defines terms such as management plan, Recreation Area, Secretary, State, and off-highway vehicle. It outlines the establishment of the Clear Creek National Recreation Area for off-highway vehicle recreation and other public recreational activities like hunting, hiking, and rock and gem collecting.

The Secretary of the Interior will be responsible for managing the Recreation Area, prioritizing environmentally responsible off-highway vehicle recreation, and issuing special recreation permits. The bill also addresses property acquisition, use of private property, water rights, hunting and fishing regulations, and the management of motorized vehicles within the Recreation Area.

Overall, the bill aims to provide recreational opportunities while also protecting natural resources and ensuring public safety in the designated areas.