Big Bend National Park Expansion: New Lands for Conservation.
This act allows for the expansion of Big Bend National Park in Texas by approximately 6,100 acres. These lands will be acquired solely through donations or exchanges, meaning the government cannot seize them. Once acquired, the new areas will be managed as part of the park, increasing the protected area for conservation and recreation.
Key points
Big Bend National Park will expand by an additional 6,100 acres, increasing the protected area.
Land acquisition will only occur through donations or exchanges, without the use of eminent domain.
New lands will be managed under park rules, potentially affecting public access and usage.
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