Bill

Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Boundary...

SB5169Public Lands and Natural ResourcesFiled

A bill to expand the boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District, to recognize and enhance the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District partnership model, and for other purposes.

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This bill aims to expand the boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District. It also seeks to recognize and enhance the partnership model for managing the district. The goal is to better preserve and promote the historical significance of the area.

The expanded boundaries would likely include additional historic sites and landmarks, potentially increasing tourism and educational opportunities. Local communities, historians, and preservationists would benefit from enhanced management practices and resources. The partnership model would involve collaboration between federal, state, and local entities, aiming to improve the district's maintenance and promotion.

Introduced on July 29, 2026, the bill was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Its current status is that it has been referred to the committee for further review and possible amendments before it can be considered for a vote.