Bill > HB2212

This bill establishes the U.S. Grant Heritage Area in Missouri, covering 28 counties across two tiers, to be managed by the division of tourism within the state's department of economic development. The heritage area will be administered collaboratively by the Missouri Humanities Council and the National U.S. Grant Trail Association, with oversight from a committee of eleven members representing various state organizations and regional senate districts. The bill requires the development of a comprehensive management plan within two years of funding, which must include detailed strategies for resource protection, interpretation, funding, and development of the area's cultural, historical, archaeological, natural, and recreational resources. The management plan must address intergovernmental cooperation, resource inventory, implementation strategies, and a business plan demonstrating financial sustainability. Funding for projects within the heritage area will be capped at 50% of total funds for tier one counties and 25% for tier two counties. The director of tourism will review and approve the management plan, considering factors such as diverse stakeholder interests, public involvement, resource protection strategies, financial capability, and demonstrated partnerships between various governmental and non-governmental entities.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2212&year=2026&code=R