Congress·Passed Senate·S. 1112

Big Bend National Park: Adding 6,100 Acres to the Park

Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

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The Senate passed a bill to expand Big Bend National Park in Texas by about 6,100 acres. This change allows the National Park Service to grow the park's borders and manage more land in the area to protect the natural landscape.
The government can only get this new land if the current owners choose to donate it or trade it for other property. The law strictly forbids the government from forcing people to sell their land or using a process called eminent domain to take it.
Once the land is officially part of the park, it will be open to the public and protected by the same rules as the rest of Big Bend. This helps preserve local wildlife and provides more room for visitors to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and camping.

4 milestones9 actions

Jun 23, 2025House

Held at the desk.

Jun 23, 2025House

Received in the House.

Jun 23, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Jun 18, 2025Senate

Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (text: CR S3460)

Jun 18, 2025

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.

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Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

Mar 25 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

Bill NumberS 1112

Congress119th Congress

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