What does Preamble of Rock Creek National Park Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to redesignate Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia as Rock Creek National Park.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Rock Creek National Park Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Rock Creek National Park Act of 2026.

What does REDESIGNATION OF ROCK CREEK PARK AS ROCK CREEK NATIONAL PARK. of Rock Creek National Park Act of 2026 do?

This section redesignates Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia as "Rock Creek National Park". The redesignation is based on the park's "nationally significant natural, cultural, and historical resources, and important recreational opportunities." Title 40 of the United States Code is amended to reflect the name change in sections 8104(b) and 8501(a)(3)(B). All references to "Rock Creek Park" in U.S. laws, maps, regulations, and other records are now considered references to "Rock Creek National Park".

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Rock Creek National Park Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/2/2026 · Introduced: 6/2/2026

Author: Eleanor Norton (D-DC)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill officially changes the name of Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia to Rock Creek National Park.
The redesignation recognizes the park's significant natural, cultural, and historical resources, as well as recreational opportunities.
All existing U.S. laws, maps, and records referencing 'Rock Creek Park' will now refer to 'Rock Creek National Park'.

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