Puerto Rico Karst Conservation Act of 2003

The Puerto Rico Karst Conservation Act of 2003 was designed to protect the unique geological and ecological landscape of Puerto Rico’s Karst Region by authorizing the federal government to acquire and manage land in the area. The bill aimed to safeguard the region’s tropical forests and critical underground aquifers, which are essential for maintaining the island's water quality and supply. By making these lands eligible for federal conservation programs and funding, the legislation sought to ensure long-term environmental stability and resource protection for the local population.