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Chiricahua National Park Act: Monument Redesignated as National Park in Arizona

This Act officially redesignates the Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona as the Chiricahua National Park. For citizens, this means the protected area will be managed under the rules applicable to National Parks, potentially enhancing conservation efforts and visitor experience. The change does not alter the park's boundaries or the availability of existing funding.
Key points
The Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona is officially renamed and designated as the Chiricahua National Park.
The boundaries of the new National Park remain identical to the existing boundaries of the National Monument.
The Park will be administered under the general laws applicable to all units of the U.S. National Park System.
All existing funds allocated for the National Monument will remain available for the newly designated National Park.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_736
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2023-03-09