1
2
2
Fort Ontario Study Act
4/7/2025, 3:42 PM
Summary of Bill HR 46
Bill 115 hr 46, also known as the Fort Ontario Study Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of Fort Ontario in Oswego, New York. The study will assess the national significance of the site and evaluate the feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Park System.
Fort Ontario is a historic military fort that played a significant role in various conflicts throughout American history. The study will examine the fort's historical and cultural significance, as well as its potential for preservation and interpretation. It will also consider the economic impact of designating Fort Ontario as a national park unit.
The bill specifies that the study must be completed within three years of the enactment of the legislation. The Secretary of the Interior will submit a report to Congress detailing the findings and recommendations of the study. Overall, the Fort Ontario Study Act aims to assess the importance of Fort Ontario and determine whether it should be designated as a national park unit. This legislation highlights the importance of preserving and honoring our nation's history for future generations.
Fort Ontario is a historic military fort that played a significant role in various conflicts throughout American history. The study will examine the fort's historical and cultural significance, as well as its potential for preservation and interpretation. It will also consider the economic impact of designating Fort Ontario as a national park unit.
The bill specifies that the study must be completed within three years of the enactment of the legislation. The Secretary of the Interior will submit a report to Congress detailing the findings and recommendations of the study. Overall, the Fort Ontario Study Act aims to assess the importance of Fort Ontario and determine whether it should be designated as a national park unit. This legislation highlights the importance of preserving and honoring our nation's history for future generations.
Current Status of Bill HR 46
Bill HR 46 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2017. Bill HR 46 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2017. Bill HR 46's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-255. as of October 9, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 46
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 46
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesComments

Brynn O'Brien
742
1 year ago
Ugh, can someone explain this HR Bill 46 thing to me? I heard it's about studying Fort Ontario, but like, why tho? Sounds like a waste of time and money to me. Can't they focus on more important stuff? #confused #politics #HRBill46
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 46
Latest Bills
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the International Hearing Society.
Bill HRES 1214April 27, 2026
SERVE Act
Bill HR 8421April 27, 2026
Veterans Legal Support Act of 2026
Bill HR 8420April 27, 2026
ZOMBIE Act
Bill HR 8467April 27, 2026
Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8469April 27, 2026
Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026
Bill HR 8474April 27, 2026
Earn it First Act of 2026
Bill HR 8388April 27, 2026
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.
Bill HRES 1210April 27, 2026
Commending the Holy See for its enduring diplomatic relationship with Taiwan and affirming the support of Congress for the continued preservation of the Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic relationship.
Bill HRES 1215April 27, 2026
To prohibit the manufacture and conveyance of certain products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8382April 27, 2026

