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A bill to designate a mountain in the State of Alaska as Denali.
12/10/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 573
Bill 119 s 573, also known as the Denali Bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate a mountain in the State of Alaska as Denali. The mountain in question is currently known as Mount McKinley, but this bill seeks to officially change its name to Denali, which is the traditional name used by the indigenous Athabascan people.
The bill was introduced in the Senate and has garnered bipartisan support. Proponents of the bill argue that renaming the mountain to Denali is a way to honor the cultural heritage of the Athabascan people and recognize the mountain's significance in their history and traditions.
If passed, the Denali Bill would officially change the name of the mountain on all federal maps, documents, and signage. It would also serve as a symbolic gesture of respect towards the indigenous peoples of Alaska and their connection to the land. Overall, the Denali Bill is a non-controversial piece of legislation that seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the cultural diversity and history of Alaska. It has the potential to promote unity and understanding among different communities in the state.
The bill was introduced in the Senate and has garnered bipartisan support. Proponents of the bill argue that renaming the mountain to Denali is a way to honor the cultural heritage of the Athabascan people and recognize the mountain's significance in their history and traditions.
If passed, the Denali Bill would officially change the name of the mountain on all federal maps, documents, and signage. It would also serve as a symbolic gesture of respect towards the indigenous peoples of Alaska and their connection to the land. Overall, the Denali Bill is a non-controversial piece of legislation that seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the cultural diversity and history of Alaska. It has the potential to promote unity and understanding among different communities in the state.
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Current Status of Bill S 573
Bill S 573 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill S 573 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 13, 2025. Bill S 573's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. as of December 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 573
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
5Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 573
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 573
A bill to designate a mountain in the State of Alaska as Denali.
A bill to designate a mountain in the State of Alaska as Denali.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 573
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