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Fort Ontario Historical Park Established to Preserve WWII Refugee History.

This law establishes the Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter National Historical Park in New York State as a unit of the National Park System. Its purpose is to preserve and interpret the stories of 982 World War II refugees housed there between 1944 and 1946. This action creates a new federal site for public historical education and visitation.
Key points
A new National Historical Park is established at Fort Ontario, New York, dedicated to commemorating WWII refugee history.
The park's official opening depends on the Secretary of the Interior acquiring sufficient land for manageable operation.
The site will be administered by the National Park Service, ensuring long-term historical preservation and public access.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2742
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2023-09-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter National Historical Park Establishment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2742.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new National Historical Park is established at Fort Ontario, New York, dedicated to commemorating WWII refugee history.
  • The park's official opening depends on the Secretary of the Interior acquiring sufficient land for manageable operation.
  • The site will be administered by the National Park Service, ensuring long-term historical preservation and public access.
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. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7192; text: CR S7193)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

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