Last week, U.S Rep. French Hill, R-Little Rock, introduced the Flatside Wilderness Additions Act.
The Flatside Wilderness Additions Act would protect the area near Ouachita National Forest, according to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Hill testified to the U.S House subcommittee on the need for preserving the 2,200 acres of wilderness.
“Flatside is a beautiful area of the Natural State, noted for its ridges, summits, and part of the Ouachita Mountains that rises above the forest and provides visitors with amazing views,” Hill said.
Hill’s legislation is supported by Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders. Katherine Andrews, Director, Office of Outdoor Recreation, Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism, visited Washington D.C to advocate for Hill’s legislation.
