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Changes Salem Maritime Site to National Park
Recent Bills/Changes Salem Maritime Site to National Park

Changes Salem Maritime Site to National Park

IntroducedMarch 18, 2025
Became Law1 year ago
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Became Public Law No: 119-25.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesCongressional oversightHistoric sites and heritage areasMassachusettsParks, recreation areas, trails
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Why This Matters

This bill redesignates the Salem Maritime National Historic Site as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park and requires a study for potential expansion.

If you visit Salem, Massachusetts, this bill will rename the historic site to a national park and may expand its boundaries by 2028.
Who this affects
visitors · historians · residents of Salem
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1The Salem Maritime National Historic Site will be renamed as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park.
  2. 2This bill requires a study to explore adding more historical sites related to maritime and military history.
  3. 3The study will focus on areas in and around Salem, Massachusetts, including the Salem Armory Visitor Center.
  4. 4The Secretary of the Interior will conduct the study and report findings within three years of funding.
  5. 5The redesignation aims to enhance the recognition and preservation of Salem's maritime heritage.
Read the detailed summary

Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act This act redesignates the Salem Maritime National Historic Site in Massachusetts as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park. In addition, the act directs the Department of the Interior to conduct and report on a boundary study. The study must evaluate the suitability and feasibility of including in the National Park System, as part of the Salem Maritime National Historical Park, sites and resources in the study area associated with its maritime history, coastal defenses, and military history.

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IntroducedMar 18, 2025
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HouseMay 14, 2025
SenateJun 18, 2025
PresidentJul 15, 2025

Became Public Law

The President

Donald Trump
President
Became Law
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