What does Preamble of Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To adjust the boundary of Big Bend National Park in the State of Texas, and for other purposes,' aims to modify the boundary of Big Bend National Park in Texas. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 25, 2025, by Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Map” is defined as the map entitled “Big Bend National Park, Proposed Boundary Adjustment,” numbered 155/167,296, and dated November 2022. “Park” refers to Big Bend National Park, established by an Act of June 20, 1935. “Secretary” means the Secretary of the Interior.

What does BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. of Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act do?

This section concerns the adjustment of the boundary of Big Bend National Park. The Secretary is authorized to acquire approximately 6,100 acres of land or interests in land, depicted on a specific map, through donation or exchange. The map illustrating the tracts to be included in the boundary will be available for public inspection. Upon acquiring land, the Secretary must revise the Park's boundary to include the acquired land and administer it as part of the Park. The Secretary is prohibited from using eminent domain or condemnation to carry out this Act.

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Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

Last updated: 6/23/2026 · Introduced: 3/25/2025

Author: Tony Gonzales (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to add approximately 6,100 acres to Big Bend National Park through donation or exchange.
The bill specifies a map detailing the land to be added and mandates public access to this map.
The bill prohibits the use of eminent domain for acquiring land to expand the park's boundary.

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