Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act

House Bill

H.R. 6365

119th Congress

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Introduced:Mar 3, 2026

Primary Sponsor

John McGuire

R - VA

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary

The Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act addresses emergency access issues related to Wintergreen Resort in Virginia, which is surrounded by National Forest land. The bill likely establishes or clarifies emergency exit routes through federal lands to ensure guests and residents can safely evacuate during natural disasters, medical emergencies, or other crises when primary access roads are blocked.

Latest Action

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Introduced3/3/2026

StatusMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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The Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act addresses emergency access issues related to Wintergreen Resort in Virginia, which is surrounded by National Forest land. The bill likely establishes or clarifies emergency exit routes through federal lands to ensure guests and residents can safely evacuate during natural disasters, medical emergencies, or other crises when primary access roads are blocked.

Bill Number: 6365
Introduced: 3/3/2026
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Policy Area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Fact Sheet

Title: Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act
Bill Number: 6365
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Introduced: 3/3/2026
Summary: The Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act addresses emergency access issues related to Wintergreen Resort in Virginia, which is surrounded by National Forest land. The bill likely establishes or clarifies emergency exit routes through federal lands to ensure guests and residents can safely evacuate durin

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act addresses emergency access issues related to Wintergreen Resort in Virginia, which is surrounded by National Forest land. The bill likely establishes or clarifies emergency exit routes through federal lands to ensure guests and residents can safely evacuate during natural disasters, medical emergencies, or other crises when primary access roads are blocked.

Last updated: 2/24/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Creates or designates emergency evacuation routes through George Washington National Forest for Wintergreen Resort and surrounding communities in Virginia
Addresses safety concerns for thousands of resort visitors and local residents who currently have limited exit options during emergencies
Balances public safety needs with conservation goals by providing specific egress rights through federally protected lands
Has bipartisan support from Virginia's Natural Resources Committee representatives who understand local geography challenges

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily benefit residents, property owners, and visitors at Wintergreen Resort in central Virginia by ensuring they have reliable emergency evacuation routes. Local emergency responders would also gain improved access during fires, severe weather, or medical emergencies. The legislation resolves a longstanding safety concern in mountain communities where a single access road can become impassable, potentially saving lives during critical situations.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

6365, 119th Congress (2026). "Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-6365

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