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A bill to require a study relating to the Minidoka National Historic Site.
12/5/2024, 9:12 PM
Summary of Bill S 4936
Bill 118 s 4936, also known as the Minidoka National Historic Site Study Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to require a study to be conducted relating to the Minidoka National Historic Site, which is located in Idaho.
The Minidoka National Historic Site is a significant historical site that played a crucial role during World War II. It was one of ten internment camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and detained during the war. The site holds great historical and cultural significance, and the study proposed in this bill aims to further explore and document the history of the site.
The study required by this bill would assess the feasibility of expanding the boundaries of the Minidoka National Historic Site, as well as the potential for including additional historical resources within the site. It would also evaluate the potential for increased public access and educational opportunities at the site. Overall, the Minidoka National Historic Site Study Act seeks to deepen our understanding of the history and significance of the Minidoka National Historic Site. By conducting this study, lawmakers hope to preserve and promote the site's historical importance for future generations.
The Minidoka National Historic Site is a significant historical site that played a crucial role during World War II. It was one of ten internment camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and detained during the war. The site holds great historical and cultural significance, and the study proposed in this bill aims to further explore and document the history of the site.
The study required by this bill would assess the feasibility of expanding the boundaries of the Minidoka National Historic Site, as well as the potential for including additional historical resources within the site. It would also evaluate the potential for increased public access and educational opportunities at the site. Overall, the Minidoka National Historic Site Study Act seeks to deepen our understanding of the history and significance of the Minidoka National Historic Site. By conducting this study, lawmakers hope to preserve and promote the site's historical importance for future generations.
Congressional Summary of S 4936
This bill prohibits the Department of the Interior from issuing any authorization for a specified wind energy project in Idaho until the Government Accountability Office completes a report on potential adverse effects of the project. Specifically, the report must identify potential adverse effects on or to the Minidoka National Historic Site, wildlife, cultural resources, transportation, hunting, wetlands, and connected surface water and groundwater.
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Current Status of Bill S 4936
Bill S 4936 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4936 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024. Bill S 4936's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 634. as of November 21, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4936
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4936
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4936
A bill to require a study relating to the Minidoka National Historic Site.
A bill to require a study relating to the Minidoka National Historic Site.
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