Chiricahua National Park Act
Chiricahua National Park: Changing Monument to National Park
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Congress is considering a bill to change the name of Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona to Chiricahua National Park. This change would give the site the same status as famous places like the Grand Canyon.
- The boundaries of the land will stay exactly the same as they are now. Any money already set aside for the monument will be transferred to support the new national park.
- The bill requires the Department of the Interior to protect sites that are important to Native American tribes for religious or cultural reasons. Officials must talk with tribal leaders to make sure these areas are cared for properly.
- Native American tribes will be guaranteed access to the park for traditional and cultural uses. The government can temporarily close small sections of the park to the general public so tribes can hold private ceremonies.
- The Secretary of the Interior will continue to manage the land using the standard federal laws that apply to all national parks across the United States.
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Chiricahua National Park Act
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