What does Preamble of S 3524 do?

This bill, formally titled 'A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under the American Battlefield Protection Program, and for other purposes,' aims to modify cost-sharing requirements for grant programs within the American Battlefield Protection Program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 3524 do?

This bill is formally titled the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2025.

What does AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD PROTECTION PROGRAM GRANT PROGRAMS. of S 3524 do?

This section modifies grant programs within the American Battlefield Protection Program, as outlined in Title 54 of the United States Code. The Battlefield Acquisition Grant Program's authorization is extended from 2028 to 2035. The Battlefield Interpretation Modernization Grant Program increases the maximum grant amount from $50 to $75 and removes subsection (d). The Battlefield Restoration Grant Program increases the maximum grant amount from $50 to $75 and adds an authorization of appropriations of $2,000,000 per fiscal year through 2035. The Secretary is authorized to provide grants under section 308104 and this section.

What does FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR AND MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR SITES STUDIES. of S 3524 do?

This section directs the Secretary of the Interior, through the Director of the National Park Service, to prepare studies of sites related to the French and Indian War (1754-1763) and the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). The studies must identify sites, determine their significance, assess threats to their integrity, and provide preservation and interpretation alternatives. The Secretary is instructed to consider previous studies and reports from organizations like the National Park Service and the American Battlefield Trust. Consultation is required with state governors, Indian Tribes, local governments, historic preservation organizations, and other interested parties. The Secretary must submit a report detailing the study results to Congress within two years of funding availability.

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American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2025 — S. 3524

Last updated: 12/17/2025 · Introduced: 12/17/2025

Author: David McCormick (R-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill extends the Battlefield Acquisition Grant Program authorization to 2035 and increases maximum grant amounts for the Battlefield Interpretation Modernization and Battlefield Restoration Grant Programs.
The bill directs the National Park Service to conduct studies of sites related to the French and Indian War and the Mexican-American War, assessing their significance and preservation needs.
The bill authorizes $2,000,000 annually through 2035 for the Battlefield Restoration Grant Program.

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