Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act

Hozzl · 2024-11-21T09:05:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8182 Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act 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.

11/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8182

Bill 118 hr 8182, also known as the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve in the state of Georgia.

The Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve would be dedicated to preserving and protecting the cultural and historical significance of the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. The park would encompass a large area of land that includes ancient Native American mounds, ceremonial sites, and other archaeological features.

The bill outlines the boundaries of the proposed national park and preserve, as well as the management and preservation guidelines that would be put in place to protect the site. It also designates certain areas within the park as wilderness areas, which would be protected from development and other activities that could harm the natural and cultural resources of the park. If passed, the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act would provide funding and resources for the establishment and maintenance of the park, as well as for educational programs and visitor services. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards preserving an important piece of American history.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8182

Bill HR 8182 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 30, 2024. Bill HR 8182 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2024. Bill HR 8182's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of November 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8182

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8182

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Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Advisory bodiesEmployee hiringFederal-Indian relationsGeography and mappingGeorgiaGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHunting and fishingIndian social and development programsLand transfersMinority employmentParks, recreation areas, trails

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8182

Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment ActOcmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment ActTo establish the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve in the State of Georgia, and for other purposes.

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