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Extension of Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Support

This bill extends the authority of the Secretary of the Interior to provide financial assistance to the local coordinating entity for the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area. This means that efforts to preserve and promote this area, important for the local community and tourism, can continue for a longer period, supporting regional development.
Key points
Financial support for the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area will be extended from 15 to 30 years.
Longer support will allow for the continuation of projects related to nature conservation, culture, and tourism in the region.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_787
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Act 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 that Act.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_787.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area will be extended from 15 to 30 years.
  • Longer support will allow for the continuation of projects related to nature conservation, culture, and tourism in the region.
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. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

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.

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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