Explore America Act of 2019

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T01:25:35Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5839 Explore America Act of 2019 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 1:25 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5839

Explore America Act of 2019

This bill modifies and sets forth new provisions regarding the Preserve America Program and authorizes partnerships with gateway communities adjacent to units of the National Park System.

The Department of the Interior shall offer to enter into partnerships with gateway communities, including Native American communities and National Heritage Areas, to leverage heritage tourism assets in order to strengthen the local economies and create jobs in those communities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5839

Bill HR 5839 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 10, 2020. Bill HR 5839 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 10, 2020. Bill HR 5839's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands. as of February 20, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5839

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5839

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies

- Congressional oversight

- Economic development

- Employment and training programs

- Historic sites and heritage areas

- Historical and cultural resources

- Housing and community development funding

- Land use and conservation

- Parks, recreation areas, trails

- Performance measurement

- Travel and tourism

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5839

Explore America Act of 2019

To amend title 54, United States Code, to authorize the provision of technical assistance under the Preserve America Program and to direct the Secretary of the Interior to enter into partnerships with communities adjacent to units of the National Park System to leverage local cultural heritage tourism assets.

Explore America Act of 2019