Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8276

Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act

Quindaro Townsite: National Historic Landmark Designation

Apr 14·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 5878 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 5878 (118th) →

Key Points

This bill officially names the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City, Kansas, as a National Historic Landmark. This site was a major stop on the Underground Railroad and played a big role in the fight to make Kansas a free state before the Civil War.
The government would be able to team up with local groups and the state of Kansas to protect the land. The Interior Department could provide money and expert advice to help build museums or educational programs for the public.
The new title will not stop property owners from using their land how they want. It also does not change how the city or state runs the area. The main goal is to keep the history and old artifacts safe for future generations.

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Milestones

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Apr 14, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Apr 14, 2026

Introduced in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act

Bill NumberHR 8276

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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