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Establishment of Cahokia Mounds Mississippian Culture National Historical Park

This act provides for the establishment of the Cahokia Mounds Mississippian Culture National Historical Park in Illinois and Missouri. Its purpose is to preserve historical, cultural, and natural resources and ensure access for Native American spiritual practices. The park will serve to interpret these resources for the benefit of present and future generations.
Key points
A new national park is created to protect the Mississippian culture heritage and provide access to spiritual sites for Native Americans.
The park will be administered by the Secretary of the Interior in accordance with National Park System laws.
The Secretary may acquire land through donation, purchase, or exchange and enter into cooperative agreements to interpret and restore resources.
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Print number: 117_S_1211
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-04-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cahokia Mounds Mississippian Culture National Historical Park Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1211.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new national park is created to protect the Mississippian culture heritage and provide access to spiritual sites for Native Americans.
  • The park will be administered by the Secretary of the Interior in accordance with National Park System laws.
  • The Secretary may acquire land through donation, purchase, or exchange and enter into cooperative agreements to interpret and restore resources.
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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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