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H.R. 3448

Introduced

American Battlefield Protection Program Enhancement Act of 2023

Introduced 5/17/2023•118th Congress•House

Latest Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 647.

11/21/2024 • Senate

Summary

American Battlefield Protection Program Enhancement Act of 2023

This bill expands the National Park Service's American Battlefield Protection Program.

The bill expands the battlefield acquisition grant program to allow grants to be (1) awarded to Indian tribes and nonprofit organizations, and (2) awarded to acquire certain Revolutionary War or War of 1812 battlefields.

The bill expands eligibility for the battlefield restoration grant program to include battlefield land that is owned by a state, tribe, local government, or nonprofit organization.

Not later than 2 years after this bill's enactment and every 10 years thereafter, the American Battlefield Protection Program must report to Congress on preservation activities and the condition of battlefields.

Passed House • 11/6/2023

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Topics & Subjects

Congressional oversightHistoric sites and heritage areasIntergovernmental relationsMilitary historyParks, recreation areas, trailsU.S. history

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (55)

Party Breakdown

21
Democrats
34
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]

Republican • NY-21

Sponsored 5/17/2023

Cosponsors (54)

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Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

D-VA-11

Joined 5/17/2023

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Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5]

R-LA-5

Joined 5/17/2023

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Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]

D-VA-10

Joined 5/17/2023

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Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

May 17, 2023

Committee Review

July 13, 2023

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Floor Debate

November 6, 2023

Passed Chamber

November 6, 2023

Other Chamber

President

Enacted into Law

Text Versions (5)

Reported to Senate11/21/2024
Referred in Senate11/7/2023
Engrossed in House11/6/2023
Reported in House11/3/2023
Introduced in House5/17/2023

Committee Reports (1)

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusIntroduced
Cosponsors54