OH HR324

Ohio House of Representatives honors the National Historic Preservation Act on its 50th anniversary, which was signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 15, 1966

The act established a national legal framework for protection and preservation of historic buildings, landscapes, and archaeological discoveries, creating the National Register of Historic Places, National Historic Landmarks, and State Historic Preservation Offices

Ohio has benefited significantly from the act, which has attracted investments, saved hundreds of historic structures, and created thousands of jobs in the state

Encourages all citizens to reflect on the significance of the National Historic Preservation Act as a landmark legislation preserving America's heritage

Directs the Clerk of the House to transmit authenticated copies of the resolution to the Preservation50 Advisory Committee and Ohio news media