HR5555Referred to Committee

Monterey Bay National Heritage Area Study Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-23
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Jimmy Panetta
Jimmy Panetta
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 93.8% (608 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (5)

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Subcommittee Hearings Held

2026-03-18

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would authorize the federal government to study whether the Monterey Bay area in California should be designated as a National Heritage Area, which would help preserve and promote the region's natural, cultural, and historical resources. If approved after the study, such a designation would bring federal funding and coordination to protect the area's ecosystems, support local tourism and education, and help communities manage development while maintaining the bay's environmental and cultural significance.

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Public Lands and Natural Resources
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