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Expanding Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Boundaries to Include Lafourche Parish.

This law expands the boundaries of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area in Louisiana by including Lafourche Parish. This change means residents in the newly added area may benefit from increased focus on cultural preservation, natural resource protection, and tourism development. The local management board will also grow to include a representative from the new region.
Key points
The boundaries of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area are expanded to include Lafourche Parish.
The local coordinating entity responsible for managing the area will increase its membership from 14 to 15 people.
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Print number: 118_S_3542
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Boundary Modification Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3542.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The boundaries of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area are expanded to include Lafourche Parish.
  • The local coordinating entity responsible for managing the area will increase its membership from 14 to 15 people.
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. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 601.

Is this summary verified?

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

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