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US HB4467

Bill

Status

Introduced

7/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bennie Thompson

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Secretary of the Interior must convey approximately 7.43 acres of federal land (1.69 acres + 5.74 acres in two parcels) to the State of Mississippi by quitclaim deed without consideration

  • Park boundary will be modified to exclude the conveyed parcels upon transfer to the state

  • Conveyed land must be used to facilitate public access to Vicksburg National Military Park and enhance visitor experience consistent with the park's interpretive mission

  • Land use restrictions prohibit any activities that adversely impact park resources or visitor experience, subject to Secretary's determination

  • Introduced July 16, 2025 by Rep. Thompson of Mississippi; reported with amendment January 14, 2026

Legislative Description

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act

Public lands and natural resources

Last Action

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 387.

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Subcommittee on Federal Lands9/11/2025
Natural Resources7/16/2025

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