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Fort San Gerónimo Protection: New National Park Area in Puerto Rico

This Act establishes Fort San Gerónimo del Boquerón in Puerto Rico as an affiliated area of the U.S. National Park System. This means the fort will be managed under National Park rules, potentially leading to better preservation and promotion, without affecting private property rights nearby.
Key points
Fort San Gerónimo del Boquerón becomes part of the National Park System, ensuring its protection and support.
The Institute of Puerto Rican Culture will manage the fort, with technical and financial assistance from the Secretary of the Interior.
The Act does not allow for the acquisition of private land or the creation of buffer zones around the fort, protecting property owners' rights.
Activities outside the fort will not be restricted by its status, ensuring local community freedom.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-11-07
94%
For 359
Against 24
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_359
Sponsor: Rescom. González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-01-13
Voting date: 2023-11-07
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 600