Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act

Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act

This bill redesignates the Salem Maritime National Historic Site in Massachusetts as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park and directs the Department of the Interior to conduct a boundary study and report to Congress.

Such study shall be to evaluate the suitability and feasibility of including in the National Park System, as part of the Salem Maritime National Historical Park, sites and resources in the study area associated with its maritime history, coastal defenses, and military history.

Bill 118 hr 1647, also known as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine the feasibility and suitability of redesignating the Salem Maritime National Historic Site in Massachusetts as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park.

The bill also calls for the Secretary of the Interior to evaluate the boundaries of the park and make recommendations for any necessary adjustments. Additionally, the legislation directs the Secretary to consult with relevant stakeholders, including local governments, historical societies, and other interested parties, in conducting the study.

If the study determines that redesignating the site as a national historical park is appropriate, the bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to make the necessary changes to the park's designation and boundaries. This could potentially lead to increased recognition and protection for the historical significance of the site. Overall, the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act aims to assess the potential benefits of redesignating the Salem Maritime National Historic Site as a national historical park and to ensure that the site's boundaries are appropriately designated to preserve its historical significance.