Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act

12/13/2023, 12:39 PM

Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act

This bill designates the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area in New York as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore.

Bill 118 s 336, also known as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate a specific area of coastline as a protected seashore in honor of Senator James L. Buckley.

The proposed seashore designation would provide increased protection for the natural habitat and wildlife in the area, as well as preserve the scenic beauty of the coastline for future generations to enjoy. The bill also includes provisions for increased funding for conservation efforts and public access to the designated seashore.

Supporters of the bill argue that the designation of a protected seashore is necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the coastal ecosystem and to prevent overdevelopment and environmental degradation. They believe that honoring Senator James L. Buckley in this way is a fitting tribute to his dedication to conservation and environmental protection during his time in office. Opponents of the bill raise concerns about the potential economic impact of restricting development in the designated seashore area. They argue that the restrictions could limit opportunities for economic growth and job creation in the region. Overall, the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as discussions continue about the potential benefits and drawbacks of designating a protected seashore in honor of Senator Buckley.
Congress
118

Number
S - 336

Introduced on
2023-02-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/9/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act

This bill designates the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area in New York as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore.

Bill 118 s 336, also known as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate a specific area of coastline as a protected seashore in honor of Senator James L. Buckley.

The proposed seashore designation would provide increased protection for the natural habitat and wildlife in the area, as well as preserve the scenic beauty of the coastline for future generations to enjoy. The bill also includes provisions for increased funding for conservation efforts and public access to the designated seashore.

Supporters of the bill argue that the designation of a protected seashore is necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the coastal ecosystem and to prevent overdevelopment and environmental degradation. They believe that honoring Senator James L. Buckley in this way is a fitting tribute to his dedication to conservation and environmental protection during his time in office. Opponents of the bill raise concerns about the potential economic impact of restricting development in the designated seashore area. They argue that the restrictions could limit opportunities for economic growth and job creation in the region. Overall, the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as discussions continue about the potential benefits and drawbacks of designating a protected seashore in honor of Senator Buckley.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to designate the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area as the "Senator James L. Buckley Seashore".

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/14/2023

Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act

This bill designates the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area in New York as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore.


Latest Action2/9/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.