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Cahokia Mounds Study: Assessing Inclusion in the National Park System

This Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Cahokia Mounds and surrounding land in Illinois and Missouri. The goal is to evaluate whether this significant Mississippian culture site, an ancestral heritage of many First Peoples, should be designated as a unit of the National Park System. Citizens can expect the study's findings to influence future decisions regarding the site's preservation, public access, and federal funding.
Key points
Mandates a special resource study of the Cahokia Mounds area (Illinois and Missouri) to evaluate its national significance.
Requires determining the suitability and feasibility of designating the Cahokia Mounds and surrounding areas as a new unit of the U.S. National Park System.
The study must consider alternative preservation methods by federal, state, local, or non-profit organizations.
The study will be carried out using existing National Park Service funds.
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Print number: 118_S_4164
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cahokia Mounds Mississippian Culture Study Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4164.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a special resource study of the Cahokia Mounds area (Illinois and Missouri) to evaluate its national significance.
  • Requires determining the suitability and feasibility of designating the Cahokia Mounds and surrounding areas as a new unit of the U.S. National Park System.
  • The study must consider alternative preservation methods by federal, state, local, or non-profit organizations.
  • The study will be carried out using existing National Park Service funds.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 612.

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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