Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 1544 Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/10/2024, 12:26 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1544

Bill 118 hr 1544, also known as the Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to adjust the boundaries of the Big Bend National Park in Texas. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 8, 2021, by Representative Will Hurd.

The main purpose of this bill is to transfer certain parcels of land from the Department of the Interior to the National Park Service in order to expand the boundaries of the Big Bend National Park. The bill specifies the exact boundaries of the land to be transferred and outlines the process for the transfer to take place.

The bill also includes provisions for the protection and preservation of the natural resources within the expanded boundaries of the park. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the ecological integrity of the park and ensuring that it remains a place for outdoor recreation and enjoyment for future generations. Overall, the Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act seeks to enhance the conservation efforts and recreational opportunities within the Big Bend National Park by expanding its boundaries and protecting its natural resources.

Congressional Summary of HR 1544

Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

This bill authorizes the Department of the Interior to acquire, by donation, purchase from willing sellers, or exchange, approximately 6,100 acres of lands or interests in land generally identified as Tracts to Include in Boundary on the map titled Big Bend National Park, Proposed Boundary Adjustment and dated November 2022.

Upon the acquisition of any lands or interests in land, Interior shall revise the boundary of the park to include the acquisition and shall administer such lands or interests in land as part of the park.

Interior, in carrying out this bill, may not use eminent domain or condemnation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1544

Bill HR 1544 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2023. Bill HR 1544 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2023. Bill HR 1544's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. as of March 22, 2023