United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 520 — Buffalo Soldiers in the National Parks Study Act

Last action — Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 285.

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Summary

Buffalo Soldiers in the National Parks Study Act - Directs the Secretary of the Interior to study alternatives for the commemoration and interpretation of the role of the Buffalo Soldiers (African-American troops who, in the late 19th century and early 20th century, came to be known as the Buffalo Soldiers) in the early years of the National Parks, which shall include: (1) a historical assessment of the Buffalo Soldiers who served in National Parks in years prior to the establishment of the National Park Service (NPS); (2) an evaluation of the suitability and feasibility of establishing a national historic trail commemorating the route traveled by the Buffalo Soldiers from their post in the Presidio of San Francisco to the Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks and to any other National Parks where they may have served; (3) identification of properties that could meet criteria for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or criteria for designation as National Historic Landmarks; and (4) an evaluation of ways of enhancing historical research, education, and awareness of the story of the Buffalo Soldiers' stewardship role in the National Parks. Requires the Secretary to submit to Congress a report on the findings and recommendations of such study.

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Action History

  1. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 285.

  2. Received in the Senate.

  3. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  4. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3665)

  5. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 520.

  6. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3665-3666)

  7. Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  8. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 56.

  9. Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 113-81.

  10. Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

  11. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  12. Subcommittee on Public Lands and Environmental Regulation Discharged.

  13. Referred to the Subcommittee on Public Lands and Environmental Regulation.

  14. Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 520 do?
Buffalo Soldiers in the National Parks Study Act - Directs the Secretary of the Interior to study alternatives for the commemoration and interpretation of the role of the Buffalo Soldiers (African-American troops who, in the late 19th century and early 20th century, came to be known as the Buffalo Soldiers) in the early years of the National Parks, which shall include: (1) a historical assessment of the Buffalo Soldiers who served in National Parks in years prior to the establishment of the National Park Service (NPS); (2) an evaluation of the suitability and feasibility of establishing a national historic trail commemorating the route traveled by the Buffalo Soldiers from their post in the Presidio of San Francisco to the Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks and to any other National Parks where they may have served; (3) identification of properties that could meet criteria for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or criteria for designation as National Historic Landmarks; and (4) an evaluation of ways of enhancing historical research, education, and awareness of the story of the Buffalo Soldiers' stewardship role in the National Parks. Requires the Secretary to submit to Congress a report on the findings and recommendations of such study.
Who sponsors HR 520?
HR 520 is sponsored by Jackie Speier (D).
What is the current status of HR 520?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 520?
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