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16 U.S.C. 6876: EffectText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 16-CONSERVATIONCHAPTER 87B-MODERNIZING ACCESS TO PUBLIC WATERS
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§6876. Effect

Nothing in this chapter⁠—

(1)  modifies or alters the definition of the term “navigable waters” under Federal law;

(2)  affects the jurisdiction or authority of State or Federal agencies to regulate navigable waters;

(3)  modifies or alters the authority or jurisdiction of Federal or State agencies to manage fisheries; or

(4)  authorizes or is intended to result in a change in the accessibility of waters open to hunting, fishing, or other forms of outdoor recreation as of December 26, 2025.

( Pub. L. 119–62, § 7 , Dec. 26, 2025 , 139 Stat. 1982 .)