What is the current status of S 3524?

S 3524 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored S 3524?

S 3524 was sponsored by David McCormick (R), Sen.

American Battlefield Protection Program Update

IntroducedDecember 17, 2025

Introduced1 month ago

Intro

Senate

House

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Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsHistoric sites and heritage areasParks, recreation areas, trailsU.S. history

Why This Matters

This bill aims to protect and preserve important battlefields by extending funding and requiring studies on historic sites from two wars. It helps ensure these sites are recognized and maintained for future generations.

If you care about preserving American history, this bill could help protect significant battlefields for future generations.

Who this affects

Historians · Local communities · Visitors interested in history

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill extends funding for battlefield preservation grants until 2035.
2It increases the federal cost share for certain battlefield grant programs from 50% to 75%.
3The bill requires studies on historic sites from the French and Indian War and Mexican-American War.
4These studies will assess the significance and threats to these historic sites.
5The Secretary of the Interior must report the findings of these studies to Congress within two years.

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American Battlefield Protection Program Update

IntroducedDecember 17, 2025

Introduced1 month ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsHistoric sites and heritage areasParks, recreation areas, trailsU.S. history

Why This Matters

If you care about preserving American history, this bill could help protect significant battlefields for future generations.

Who this affects

Historians · Local communities · Visitors interested in history

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill extends funding for battlefield preservation grants until 2035.
2It increases the federal cost share for certain battlefield grant programs from 50% to 75%.
3The bill requires studies on historic sites from the French and Indian War and Mexican-American War.
4These studies will assess the significance and threats to these historic sites.
5The Secretary of the Interior must report the findings of these studies to Congress within two years.

Read full document

Last changed 1 day ago · checked hourly