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Kentucky Wildlands National Heritage Area Designation: Conservation and Regional Development

This Act establishes the Kentucky Wildlands National Heritage Area, covering 35 counties in Eastern Kentucky, aiming to protect the region's natural and cultural heritage. For residents, this means potential financial support for local projects related to tourism, education, and conservation, managed by a local non-profit organization. Federal assistance for this area is authorized for a period of 15 years, which can stimulate the local economy and improve tourism infrastructure.
Key points
Designation of 35 counties in Kentucky as a National Heritage Area, opening the door for federal support for natural and cultural preservation.
The local non-profit organization, Eastern Kentucky PRIDE, will coordinate activities and manage funds, ensuring local oversight of the area's development.
Financial assistance from the Secretary of the Interior for this area will terminate 15 years after the Act's enactment, requiring a prompt management plan submission.
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Additional Information
Kentucky Wildlands National Heritage Area Act
Print number: HR 10016
Sponsor: Rep. Rogers, Harold [R-KY-5]
Process start date: 2024-10-18