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Blackwell School National Historic Site Act
4/17/2024, 11:44 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4706
Bill 117 HR 4706, also known as the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to designate the Blackwell School in Marfa, Texas as a National Historic Site. The Blackwell School was a segregated school for Hispanic students during the era of racial segregation in the United States.
The bill seeks to recognize the historical significance of the Blackwell School and preserve it as a site of cultural and educational importance. By designating the school as a National Historic Site, the legislation aims to ensure that the school's history and legacy are preserved for future generations.
If passed, the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act would provide federal funding and resources for the preservation and maintenance of the school. It would also allow for educational programs and interpretive materials to be developed to educate visitors about the history of the school and its role in the community. Overall, the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the legacy of the Blackwell School and ensure that its history is preserved and shared with the public.
The bill seeks to recognize the historical significance of the Blackwell School and preserve it as a site of cultural and educational importance. By designating the school as a National Historic Site, the legislation aims to ensure that the school's history and legacy are preserved for future generations.
If passed, the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act would provide federal funding and resources for the preservation and maintenance of the school. It would also allow for educational programs and interpretive materials to be developed to educate visitors about the history of the school and its role in the community. Overall, the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the legacy of the Blackwell School and ensure that its history is preserved and shared with the public.
Current Status of Bill HR 4706
Bill HR 4706 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2021. Bill HR 4706 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 27, 2021. Bill HR 4706'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 9, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4706
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 4706
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4706
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