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 Salem, 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 s 961, also known as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the United States Congress. The bill aims to redesignate the Salem Maritime National Historical Park in Massachusetts as the Salem Maritime National Historic Site. This change in designation is intended to better reflect the historical significance of the site and its importance in American history.

In addition to the redesignation, the bill also calls for a study to be conducted to determine if the boundaries of the site should be expanded. This study will assess the historical and cultural significance of the surrounding area and determine if any additional sites should be included within the boundaries of the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.

Overall, the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act seeks to honor the rich history of the Salem Maritime National Historical Park and ensure that it is properly recognized and preserved for future generations. The bill is currently being reviewed by Congress and may be subject to amendments or changes before it is passed into law.