Fort Ontario Study Act

Bill 114 hr 4202, also known as the Fort Ontario Study Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of conducting a study on the historical significance of Fort Ontario in Oswego, New York. The bill was sponsored by Representative John Katko from New York and was referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources for further consideration.

The Fort Ontario Study Act seeks to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of Fort Ontario to determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the site as a unit of the National Park System. The study would assess the historical and cultural significance of Fort Ontario, as well as its potential for preservation and interpretation for future generations.

If the study finds that Fort Ontario meets the criteria for inclusion in the National Park System, the Secretary of the Interior would be authorized to make recommendations for its management and protection. The study would also consider the potential economic benefits of designating Fort Ontario as a national park, including increased tourism and job creation in the surrounding community. Overall, the Fort Ontario Study Act aims to recognize and preserve the historical importance of Fort Ontario while also exploring the potential benefits of designating it as a national park. The bill reflects a bipartisan effort to promote the preservation of American history and heritage for the benefit of present and future generations.