SB5677: Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to establish the Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area to conserve, protect, and promote the economic benefits of the natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the Upper and Middle Texas Gulf Coast as a unit of the National Park System.
Plain-language summary
This bill would create a new Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area along the upper and middle Texas Gulf Coast as part of the National Park System. A national recreation area is a federal land area managed for outdoor activities, conservation, and public enjoyment. The area would protect natural habitats, cultural sites, and recreational resources while supporting local economic benefits. The bill would affect coastal Texas communities, environmental conservation efforts, and public access to Gulf Coast lands. The bill was introduced by Senator John Cornyn and is currently awaiting review.
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SB5677: Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area Act