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A bill to establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes.
5/24/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4402
Bill 118 s 4402, also known as the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness Act, aims to establish a new national recreation area and wilderness area in the state of Indiana. The bill is named after former President Benjamin Harrison, who was a native of Indiana.
The proposed national recreation area and wilderness area would provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, conservation, and education. The recreation area would be managed by the National Park Service, while the wilderness area would be designated to protect the natural environment and wildlife.
The bill also includes provisions for the protection and preservation of the area's natural resources, including waterways, forests, and wildlife habitats. It also outlines guidelines for recreational activities within the area, such as hiking, camping, and fishing. Additionally, the bill addresses the management of the area's cultural and historical resources, including sites related to President Harrison and other important figures in Indiana's history. Overall, the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness Act seeks to create a new protected area in Indiana that will provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, conservation, and education while preserving the area's natural and cultural resources for future generations.
The proposed national recreation area and wilderness area would provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, conservation, and education. The recreation area would be managed by the National Park Service, while the wilderness area would be designated to protect the natural environment and wildlife.
The bill also includes provisions for the protection and preservation of the area's natural resources, including waterways, forests, and wildlife habitats. It also outlines guidelines for recreational activities within the area, such as hiking, camping, and fishing. Additionally, the bill addresses the management of the area's cultural and historical resources, including sites related to President Harrison and other important figures in Indiana's history. Overall, the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness Act seeks to create a new protected area in Indiana that will provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, conservation, and education while preserving the area's natural and cultural resources for future generations.
Current Status of Bill S 4402
Bill S 4402 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill S 4402 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2024. Bill S 4402's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of May 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4402
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 S 4402
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4402
A bill to establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes.
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