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To rename the Ocmulgee National Monument.

4/7/2025, 3:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3603

Bill 111 hr 3603, also known as the "To rename the Ocmulgee National Monument" bill, was introduced in the US Congress with the purpose of changing the name of the Ocmulgee National Monument. The bill seeks to rename the monument to the "Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park" in order to better reflect the historical and cultural significance of the site.

The Ocmulgee National Monument is located in Macon, Georgia and is home to ancient Native American mounds and artifacts dating back thousands of years. The site holds great importance to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and other Native American tribes, as it is a sacred place where their ancestors lived and thrived.

The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to honor and preserve the history and heritage of the Ocmulgee National Monument. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the monument to the "Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park" will better reflect the significance of the site and attract more visitors and tourists to learn about the rich cultural history of the area. Overall, the bill aims to celebrate and preserve the cultural heritage of the Ocmulgee National Monument by renaming it to the "Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park." It is currently under consideration in Congress and has the potential to bring greater awareness and appreciation to this important historical site.

Current Status of Bill HR 3603

Bill HR 3603 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2009. Bill HR 3603 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on September 17, 2009.  Bill HR 3603's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of December 10, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3603

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3603

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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