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HR5914Referred to Committee

Historic Preservation Enhancement Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-11-04
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
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Type

Sponsor

Teresa Leger Fernandez
Teresa Leger Fernandez
Democrat · NM · Representative
Votes with party: 98.4% (500 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/L000273

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (1)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

  • Sharice Davids (D-KS-3)· 2026-05-12

Latest Action

The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2025-11-04

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

Currently in

  • House Committee on Natural ResourcesReferred To · 2025-11-04
  • House Committee on the BudgetReferred To · 2025-11-04

Plain-English Summary

This legislation would strengthen protections and funding for historic buildings, sites, and landscapes across the country, likely making it easier and more affordable for property owners and communities to preserve important historical structures. The bill would affect homeowners, local governments, nonprofits, and businesses involved in restoration work by potentially expanding tax incentives, grants, or other financial support for preservation projects. It has been sent to congressional committees for review to determine which parts fall under their specific areas of responsibility.

AI-assisted summary generated from the official bill metadata (title, subjects, actions) sourced from Congress.gov. Cached and reviewed. Always verify against the official text linked below.

Subjects

Public Lands and Natural Resources
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Open text viewRead on Congress.gov

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