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IN HCR0032

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/12/2019

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Beck

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Indiana Dunes National Park was redesignated by Congress in 2019 from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore (established 1966), becoming the 61st national park and Indiana's first national park
  • The park encompasses more than 15,000 acres including 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and beaches
  • Indiana Dunes parks attract more than 3.5 million annual visitors (80% from outside Indiana), ranking 7th in visitation among national parks
  • The parks generate more than $475 million in economic impact annually, create $111 million in state and local revenue, and support 5,500 jobs
  • The resolution formally recognizes Indiana Dunes National Park and directs copies be transmitted to the Northwest Indiana Delegation and the park superintendent

Legislative Description

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing Indiana Dunes National Park.

Last Action

Representative Lauer added as coauthor

3/14/2019

Full Bill Text

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