S 4227
Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act of 2024
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Bill overview
This bill expands Joshua Tree National Park by adding approximately 17,842 acres of land located near the park’s existing boundaries. The land, currently managed by the Bureau of Land Management, would be transferred to the National Park Service. The expansion aims to protect additional desert landscapes and wildlife within the park’s region. The bill also outlines methods for the Department of the Interior to acquire land for the expansion, prioritizing donations and exchanges.
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Laphonza R. Butler
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