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Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act

10/5/2024, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1232

Bill 118 hr 1232, also known as the Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize a study to determine the feasibility of designating the Fort Pillow National Battlefield in Tennessee as a unit of the National Park System.

The Fort Pillow National Battlefield is a historic site that commemorates the Battle of Fort Pillow, which took place during the Civil War. The study authorized by this bill would assess the historical significance of the battlefield, its potential for preservation and interpretation, and the feasibility of including it in the National Park System.

If the study finds that designating Fort Pillow National Battlefield as a national park is feasible and beneficial, the bill would authorize the Secretary of the Interior to take the necessary steps to establish the park. This could include acquiring additional land, developing visitor facilities, and creating educational programs to enhance public understanding of the site's historical significance. Overall, the Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act aims to preserve and protect an important piece of American history and provide opportunities for the public to learn about and appreciate the sacrifices made during the Civil War.

Congressional Summary of HR 1232

Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, which was the site of the Battle of Fort Pillow during the Civil War, as a unit of the National Park System.

Current Status of Bill HR 1232

Bill HR 1232 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2023. Bill HR 1232 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2023.  Bill HR 1232's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. as of March 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1232

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1232

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1232

Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act
Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act
To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Andrea Pollard

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1 year ago

I don't know much about this bill but it sounds like it could be bad for us. I hope they don't mess things up too much with it. #confused #notsure #needmoreinfo