S. 1578 — Nulhegan River and Paul Stream Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025

This section designates segments of the Nulhegan River and Paul Stream in Vermont for potential addition to the national wild and scenic rivers system (i.e., rivers protected from dams and development to preserve outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values) and directs the Secretary of the Interior to complete a study of these segments, with a report to congressional committees, not later than three years after funds are made available. The designated segments are (1) the approximately 22-mile segment of the main stem of the Nulhegan River from the headwaters near Nulhegan Pond to the confluence with the Connecticut River, and associated tributaries (including the North, Yellow, Black, and East Branches); and (2) the approximately 18-mile segment of Paul Stream from the headwaters on West Mountain to the confluence with the Connecticut River, and associated tributaries.