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Introduced
05/13/2021
05/13/2021
In Committee
05/13/2021
05/13/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To establish the Alabama Black Belt National Heritage Area, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Alabama Black Belt National Heritage Area, which consists of 19 counties in the state of Alabama. The bill designates the Center for the Study of the Black Belt at the University of West Alabama as the local coordinating entity for the Heritage Area. The bill outlines the authorities and duties of the local coordinating entity, including the preparation of a management plan for the Heritage Area, and authorizes up to $10 million in federal funding over 15 years, with a 50% cost-sharing requirement. The bill also includes provisions to protect private property rights and regulatory authorities, and requires the Secretary of the Interior to conduct an evaluation and report on the accomplishments of the Heritage Area.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. (on 10/06/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1643/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1643/BILLS-117s1643is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1643/BILLS-117s1643is.pdf.pdf |
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