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Establishing Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in Illinois.

This Act establishes the new Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in Illinois to protect and interpret the French colonial heritage and the history of the multi-ethnic community. For citizens, this means new educational and recreational opportunities, as well as potential growth in tourism and local investment in the region. The park will also support local preservation projects through federal grants.
Key points
Establishes a new National Historical Park, protecting key historical sites such as Fort de Chartres and historic Creole houses.
Authorizes the creation of a visitor center complex, conference center, and lodging facilities, intended to boost tourism and local revenue.
Allows for federal grants to support local construction and development projects within the historic district that further the park's goals.
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Print number: 118_S_2865
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-09-20