Preserving America's Battlefields Act

Bill 115 hr 6108, also known as the Preserving America's Battlefields Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of protecting and preserving historic battlefields across the country. The bill specifically focuses on battlefields from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.

The main provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for the preservation and protection of these historic sites. The grants would be awarded to state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to support efforts such as land acquisition, restoration, and interpretation of the battlefields.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a National Park Service program to assist in the preservation of these battlefields. This program would provide technical assistance and guidance to stakeholders involved in the preservation efforts. Overall, the Preserving America's Battlefields Act aims to ensure that these important historical sites are protected for future generations to learn from and appreciate. It recognizes the significance of these battlefields in shaping the history of the United States and seeks to safeguard them from development and other threats.