Enhanced protection for historic battlefields: new grants and regular report updates.
This Act strengthens the American Battlefield Protection Program by expanding eligibility for land acquisition and restoration grants. This means more historic sites, including those from the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, can be restored to their day-of-battle conditions, preserving national heritage and potentially boosting local tourism. Furthermore, the law mandates regular updates to battlefield condition reports, ensuring better long-term management of these valuable historical areas.
Key points
Expanded Grant Eligibility: Eligibility for land acquisition and restoration grants is extended to include Tribes and nonprofit organizations, in addition to State and local governments.
New Restoration Grants: A dedicated grant program is established to fund projects that restore battlefields to their day-of-battle conditions, covering sites from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.
Mandatory Report Updates: The Secretary must submit reports to Congress every 10 years to update the status and condition of battlefields, ensuring ongoing monitoring and informed preservation efforts.
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