HR 763 · 104th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields Partnership Act of 1995

Introduced 1995-01-31· Sponsored by Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10]· House

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Latest: Similiar Provisions Included in H.R.1091.(1995-03-01)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields Partnership Act of 1995 - Establishes the Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields in Virginia. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to protect, manage, and administer the Battlefields for the purposes of preserving and interpreting their natural, cultural, and historical resources and of providing for public understanding and appreciation of the Battlefields in such a manner as to perpetuate these qualities and values for future generations. Authorizes the Secretary to acquire lands within the boundaries of the Battlefields, subject to specified requirements. Directs the Secretary to allow at Battlefield locations any living history demonstrations and battlefield reenactments that occurred during the 12 months prior to enactment of this Act or that are otherwise determined appropriate. (Sec. 6) Requires that the Battlefields be managed by the Secretary pursuant to this Act and the Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields plan (plan) to be developed by the Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields Commission (to be established under this Act) and approved by the Secretary. (Sec. 7) Authorizes the Secretary to establish partnerships and enter int…

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Cosponsors (20)

11 Democrats9 Republicans