Chiricahua National Park Act

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Chiricahua National Park Act

This bill redesignates the Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona as the Chiricahua National Park.

Bill 118 hr 1479, also known as the Chiricahua National Park Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish the Chiricahua National Park in Arizona as a designated national park, providing protection and preservation for the unique natural and cultural resources found in the area.

The Chiricahua National Park Act outlines the boundaries of the proposed national park, which encompasses a diverse range of ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, and rock formations. The bill also designates certain areas within the park as wilderness areas, ensuring that they remain undeveloped and protected for future generations.

In addition to establishing the national park, the Chiricahua National Park Act includes provisions for the management and conservation of the park's resources. This includes measures to protect endangered species, preserve historical sites, and promote sustainable recreation and tourism within the park. Overall, the Chiricahua National Park Act seeks to recognize the importance of the Chiricahua region and ensure its long-term preservation for the enjoyment of current and future generations. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards protecting one of Arizona's most unique and valuable natural areas.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1479

Introduced on
2023-03-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Chiricahua National Park Act

This bill redesignates the Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona as the Chiricahua National Park.

Bill 118 hr 1479, also known as the Chiricahua National Park Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish the Chiricahua National Park in Arizona as a designated national park, providing protection and preservation for the unique natural and cultural resources found in the area.

The Chiricahua National Park Act outlines the boundaries of the proposed national park, which encompasses a diverse range of ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, and rock formations. The bill also designates certain areas within the park as wilderness areas, ensuring that they remain undeveloped and protected for future generations.

In addition to establishing the national park, the Chiricahua National Park Act includes provisions for the management and conservation of the park's resources. This includes measures to protect endangered species, preserve historical sites, and promote sustainable recreation and tourism within the park. Overall, the Chiricahua National Park Act seeks to recognize the importance of the Chiricahua region and ensure its long-term preservation for the enjoyment of current and future generations. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards protecting one of Arizona's most unique and valuable natural areas.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish the Chiricahua National Park in the State of Arizona as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/11/2023

Chiricahua National Park Act

This bill redesignates the Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona as the Chiricahua National Park.


Latest Action3/22/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.