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Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act

4/17/2024, 11:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4494

Bill 117 HR 4494, also known as the Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the acquisition of land in Frederick, Maryland for the establishment of a Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center.

The bill aims to create a center that will provide training and education in historic preservation, as well as job training programs to help individuals gain the skills needed to work in the field of historic preservation. The center will also serve as a hub for research and development in the preservation of historic sites and buildings.

The acquisition of the land for this center is seen as a way to promote economic development in the Frederick area, as well as to preserve and protect the rich history and heritage of the region. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of historic preservation and job training programs. Overall, Bill 117 HR 4494 aims to create a center that will benefit the local community by providing valuable training and education opportunities, while also preserving and promoting the history and culture of the Frederick area.

Congressional Summary of HR 4494

Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act

This bill authorizes the National Park Service (NPS) to acquire land or interests in land in Frederick County, Maryland, for the Historic Preservation Training Center and related facilities.

The NPS may acquire not more than 20 acres in the county to support the physical space, program initiatives, and workforce development capacity of the center.

The NPS may acquire land or an interest in land by donation, transfer, exchange, or purchase from a willing seller using donated or appropriated funds.

Current Status of Bill HR 4494

Bill HR 4494 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 16, 2021. Bill HR 4494 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 16, 2021.  Bill HR 4494's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 416. as of November 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4494

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 4494

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of the Interior
- Employment and training programs
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Historic sites and heritage areas
- Land transfers
- Maryland
- Parks, recreation areas, trails

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4494

Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act
To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land in Frederick County, Maryland, for the Historic Preservation Training Center of the National Park Service, and for other purposes.
Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act
Frederick Jobs and Historic Preservation Training Center Land Acquisition Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4494

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