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Extension of Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Support

This bill extends the authority to provide financial assistance to the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area in Louisiana. This means that local projects focused on nature conservation and culture in this region can continue to receive federal support for additional years, potentially boosting tourism and the local economy.
Key points
Financial assistance for the Atchafalaya area will be available for 30 years from the original law's enactment date.
The extension of support can help protect the environment and cultural heritage of the region, and support local jobs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1971
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To extend the authority of the Secretary of the Interior to provide assistance to the local coordinating entity for the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area under subtitle B of Public Law 109-338.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1971.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial assistance for the Atchafalaya area will be available for 30 years from the original law's enactment date.
  • The extension of support can help protect the environment and cultural heritage of the region, and support local jobs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Public Investments Media and Culture