0
0

To establish the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in the State of Illinois, and for other purposes.

12/29/2022, 6:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8375

Bill 117 hr 8375, also known as the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park Act, aims to establish a national historical park in the State of Illinois to commemorate the French colonial history of the Prairie du Rocher region. The park will serve as a tribute to the early French settlers who played a significant role in shaping the cultural and historical landscape of the area.

The bill outlines the boundaries and management of the proposed national historical park, as well as the preservation and interpretation of the historical sites within the park. It also provides for the establishment of visitor centers, educational programs, and partnerships with local communities to promote awareness and appreciation of the region's French colonial heritage.

In addition to establishing the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park, the bill includes provisions for the protection and conservation of natural resources within the park, as well as the promotion of tourism and economic development in the surrounding area. It also authorizes funding for the implementation and maintenance of the park, as well as for research and educational initiatives related to the region's history. Overall, Bill 117 hr 8375 seeks to honor and preserve the rich French colonial heritage of the Prairie du Rocher region, while also promoting tourism, economic development, and educational opportunities for visitors and local communities.

Congressional Summary of HR 8375

This bill establishes the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in Illinois. The park is established in order to assist in the preservation and interpretation of and education concerning Prairie du Rocher and the French Colonial Historic District.

The historical park shall consist of certain lands and specified structures.

The Department of the Interior shall manage the park in such a manner as will preserve resources and cultural landscapes related to the history of the historic district and to enhance public understanding of the cultural heritage of the historic district.

The bill authorizes Interior to

  • construct on federal land or lease space to operate and to maintain an interpretive visitor center complex to provide for the general information and orientation needs of the park and the historic district and serve the needs of the park;
  • enter into cooperative agreements for the development of the interpretive visitor center complex, educational programs, and other materials to facilitate public use of the park and historic district; and
  • acquire lands and interests within the park's boundaries by donation, purchase with donated or appropriated funds, and exchange, except that lands and interests within the park that are owned by Illinois or any political subdivision of Illinois may be acquired only by donation or exchange.

Current Status of Bill HR 8375

Bill HR 8375 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 14, 2022. Bill HR 8375 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 14, 2022.  Bill HR 8375's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of July 14, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8375

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 8375

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8375

To establish the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in the State of Illinois, and for other purposes.
To establish the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in the State of Illinois, and for other purposes.

Comments