To amend the California Desert Protection Act of 1994 to expand the boundary of Joshua Tree National Park.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
Expands Joshua Tree National Park in California by approximately 20,149 acres, transferring administrative jurisdiction from BLM to National Park Service with authority to acquire additional lands.
Who Benefits and How
Park visitors gain expanded protected area. Joshua tree habitat receives National Park protections. Conservation interests achieve long-sought boundary expansion.
Who Bears the Burden and How
NPS assumes management of transferred BLM lands. Secretary may only acquire state/local land by donation or exchange. BLM loses administrative jurisdiction over transferred acres.
Key Provisions
- Adds approximately 20,149 acres to park
- Transfers administrative jurisdiction from BLM to NPS
- Authorizes acquisition by donation, purchase, or exchange
- State/local lands only by donation or exchange
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
Expands Joshua Tree National Park boundary by approximately 20,149 acres
Who Benefits
- Park visitors
- Joshua tree habitat
- Conservation
Who Bears Costs
- NPS (management)
- BLM (land transfer)
Key Policy Areas
National Parks, Conservation, Public Lands
Primary Purpose
Expands Joshua Tree National Park boundary by approximately 20,149 acres
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Protect additional Joshua tree habitat through park expansion"
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Mr. Padilla (for himself and Ms. Butler) introduced the following …
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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of the Interior
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