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To require congressional approval before the sale, disposal, declaration of excess or surplus, transfer, or conveyance of Federal property with historical significance, and for other purposes.
3/27/2025, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2046
Bill 119 HR 2046, also known as the "Federal Property Historical Significance Protection Act," aims to ensure that any federal property with historical significance cannot be sold, disposed of, declared excess or surplus, transferred, or conveyed without prior approval from Congress. This bill seeks to protect important historical sites and landmarks from being destroyed or altered without proper consideration.
The bill requires that any proposed sale, disposal, declaration of excess or surplus, transfer, or conveyance of federal property with historical significance must be submitted to Congress for approval. This process would involve a thorough review of the property's historical significance and potential impact of the proposed action.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for public input and consultation with relevant stakeholders, such as historical preservation organizations and local communities. This ensures that decisions regarding the fate of federal properties with historical significance are made with transparency and consideration for the interests of all parties involved. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2046 aims to protect and preserve federal properties with historical significance by requiring congressional approval before any significant actions are taken. This legislation serves to safeguard important historical sites and landmarks for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.
The bill requires that any proposed sale, disposal, declaration of excess or surplus, transfer, or conveyance of federal property with historical significance must be submitted to Congress for approval. This process would involve a thorough review of the property's historical significance and potential impact of the proposed action.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for public input and consultation with relevant stakeholders, such as historical preservation organizations and local communities. This ensures that decisions regarding the fate of federal properties with historical significance are made with transparency and consideration for the interests of all parties involved. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2046 aims to protect and preserve federal properties with historical significance by requiring congressional approval before any significant actions are taken. This legislation serves to safeguard important historical sites and landmarks for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2046
Bill HR 2046 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2046 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2046's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of March 11, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2046
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2046
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2046
To require congressional approval before the sale, disposal, declaration of excess or surplus, transfer, or conveyance of Federal property with historical significance, and for other purposes.
To require congressional approval before the sale, disposal, declaration of excess or surplus, transfer, or conveyance of Federal property with historical significance, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2046
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